Bookkeeper Jobs in Islandia, 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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Secretary / Book Keeper

  • Manorville, NY (20 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Manorville, NY (20 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 5 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

  • Amityville, NY (14 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Amityville, NY (14 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Family owned Masonry Supply company in Amityville NY seeking a detailed oriented and organized bookkeeper / office administrator. Experience in Quickbooks desktop and knowledge of excel is a MUST....

Bookkeeper

  • Huntington, NY (13 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (13 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 9 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...

Bookkeeper

  • Woodbury, NY (15 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (15 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Kforce's client, a Long Island, NY based CPA firm is seeking a Bookkeeper (QuickBooks) professional....

Part-time Bookkeeper

  • Bellmore, NY (21 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bellmore, NY (21 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 18 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 (7 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (7 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 27 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 (23 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hempstead, NY (23 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 30+ 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 (24 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hempstead, NY (24 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 30+ 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 (13 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lindenhurst, NY (13 miles from Islandia, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Islandia, NY

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Islandia, NY

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Islandia, 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 Islandia, 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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