Bookkeeper Jobs in Toms River, 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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PT Bookkeeper

  • Fort Monmouth, NJ (22 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fort Monmouth, NJ (22 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

PT Bookkeeper, responsible for the books and records of the Company. QuickBooks is used by the Company as its principal financial database/application....

In Person Part Time

Bookkeeper Assistant In Person Only

  • Lakewood, NJ (6 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ (6 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable Bookkeeper/Accounting Assistant to join our professional and collaborative team....

In Person

Bookkeeping Clerk

  • Celtic Concepts
  • Eatontown, NJ (21 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eatontown, NJ (21 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Bookkeeping Clerk Location: Celtic Concepts Eatontown, NJ Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 AM until 5 PM We're looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeping Clerk to support our Accounts Payable...

In Person

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • PrideStaff
  • Marlboro, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Marlboro, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Our Client in Marlboro, NJ, is seeking a o n-site Full-Charge Bookkeeper for a Temp-to-Hire role! Salary: $26-$35/hr....

In Person

Bookkeeper AR

  • TDK
  • Neptune, NJ (16 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Neptune, NJ (16 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

analysis Maintain reports as needed, weekly, monthly, quarterly Consolidated reporting for TLA Power Divisions Maintain daily Banking Transaction reports Bank Reconciliations Maintain/Monitor Email - Journal...

In Person

Bookkeeper/Office Manager

  • Dunkin'
  • Neptune City, NJ (16 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Neptune City, NJ (16 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation Range: $55,000 - 65,000 / yearly Lufrankton LLC is expanding and currently seeking a Bookkeeper/Office Manager to join our office in Wall Township, NJ....

In Person

Demographic Data for Toms River, NJ

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Toms River, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Toms River, 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 Toms River, 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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