Bookkeeper Jobs in Clinton, NJ

A Bookkeeper in the accounting industry plays an essential role in maintaining, verifying, and recording financial transactions for a company. They handle day-to-day accounting tasks such as data entry, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports. Productivity, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of basic accounting principles are crucial skills for this role. Having proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Excel, and other data management programs is also beneficial. Additionally, a Bookkeeper should have strong analytical skills to interpret and present financial data accurately.

While there's no required certification to become a Bookkeeper, earning a certified bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers can significantly increase job prospects. It's common for people to occupy roles such as Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, or Administrative Assistant before becoming a Bookkeeper. These positions provide the necessary hands-on experience with financial record keeping and reporting, which is crucial in successfully performing the duties of a Bookkeeper.

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Bookkeeper

  • LHH
  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

LHH is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing organization....

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Front Desk/Bookkeeping Assistant at Architectural Salvage Company

  • Lambertville, NJ (20 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lambertville, NJ (20 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Join our team as a Front Desk/Bookkeeping Assistant at our Architectural Salvage Store, Delaware Valley House Parts in Lambertville, NJ. This position offers hands-on experience in the...

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Senior General Ledger Accountant with Security Clearance

  • SciTec, Inc.
  • Princeton, NJ (23 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (23 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, Inc., is a dynamic leader in delivering advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support...

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Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Franklin Township Sewerage Authority
  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER Franklin Township Sewerage Authority seeks a Full Charge Bookkeeper who will be responsible for but not be limited to maintaining the day-to-day accounting functions, accruals...

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Administrative Assistant / Bookkeeper

  • Kforce
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Kforce's client, a long-standing, New Jersey-based Family Office seeks talented, hands-on Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper....

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Bookkeeper - Finance/Accounting

  • Ashley Stewart
  • Warren, NJ (21 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Warren, NJ (21 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced apparel manufacturing environment....

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Bookkeeper-Ext

  • H&R Block
  • Succasunna, NJ (19 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Succasunna, NJ (19 miles from Clinton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Our Company A Bookkeeper is responsible for recording and reporting financial information related to an H&R Block client's business activity....

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Demographic Data for Clinton, NJ

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Clinton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Clinton, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
16.4%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers in Clinton, NJ
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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