Bookkeeper Jobs in Central Islip, NY

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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Part Time Bookkeeper

  • Commack, NY (5 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Commack, NY (5 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Responsibilities: Record and categorize daily financial transactions Reconcile bank and credit card statements Maintain general ledger and journal entries Process invoices, receipts, and payments Prepare...

Part Time Bookkeeper and Administrative Assistant

  • Hauppauge, NY (2 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (2 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

A small, family-owned manufacturing company with a 50-year history, is seeking a detail-oriented and versatile Part-Time Administrative and Accounting Assistant. This is a unique opportunity to...

Bookkeeper

  • Jericho, NY (18 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jericho, NY (18 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 5 days ago

client, a unique Long Island, NY-based CPA firm that prides itself on high quality work along with a focus on the well-being and work life balance of its people, is seeking an experienced full-time Bookkeeper...

Bookkeeper

  • Plainview, NY (14 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainview, NY (14 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 6 days ago

All About Kids is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to oversee and manage our financial records, including sales, receipts, payments, and purchases....

Bookkeeper

  • Bohemia, NY (3 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Bohemia, NY (3 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 15 days ago

The primary purpose of the Bookkeeper on our Front End at Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace is to ensure the record and maintenance of financial records at the store level....

Secretary / Book Keeper

  • Manorville, NY (22 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Manorville, NY (22 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 20 days ago

SECRETARY / BOOK KEEPER (MANORVILLE) SPARROW HOLDING CORP 62 WEEKS AVE near NORTH STREET compensation: PER HOUR ACCORDING TO ABILITY employment type: job title: Bookkeeper PART TIME- 8 HOURS PER WEEK...

Bookkeeper

  • Huntington, NY (13 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (13 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 24 days ago

BOOKKEEPER (HUNTINGTON) ROBERT S FEDE INSURANCE AGENCY INC 23 GREEN STREET SUITE 102 near CARVER STREET compensation: 25 AND UP DEPENDING employment type: experience level: mid level job title: BOOKKEEPER...

Part-time Bookkeeper

  • Bellmore, NY (19 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bellmore, NY (19 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Part-time Bookkeeper compensation: salary based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: bookkeeper bookkeeper office worker experience preferred knowledge of QuickBooks...

Bookkeeper

  • Bay Shore, NY (5 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (5 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

The Bookkeeper will maintain the order in the office, conduct bookkeeping, and work to coordinate the day to day operations....

Bookeeper - Admin ( Full Time)

  • Hempstead, NY (21 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hempstead, NY (21 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Location: Hofstra University We are hiring immediately for a BOOKEEPER - ADMIN position. Address: 1000 Fulton Aveue. Hempstead, NY 11550 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full...

Bookeeper - Admin ( Full Time)

  • Hempstead, NY (22 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hempstead, NY (22 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Location: Hofstra University We are hiring immediately for a BOOKEEPER - ADMIN position. Address : 1000 Fulton Aveue. Hempstead, NY 11550 Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule : Full...

Bookkeeper-Ext

  • Lindenhurst, NY (11 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lindenhurst, NY (11 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Our Company At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere....

Demographic Data for Central Islip, NY

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Central Islip, NY

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Central Islip, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
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 Central Islip, NY
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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