Bookkeeper Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in New York

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

  • Actalent
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Experienced Bookkeeper Location: New York City Are you a detail-driven, highly organized Bookkeeper with a passion for numbers and a deep understanding of the architectural or construction...

Hybrid

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • BluePlant NYC
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

Full Charge Bookkeeper/Accountant Landscape Company located in Brooklyn is seeking an experienced bookkeeper....

Remote

Nonprofit Fiscal Management Bookkeeper

  • The Perlman Music Program
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Management Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts Process AP, AR, payroll entries, bank and credit card activity, and journal entries Complete...

Hybrid

Bookkeeper - Tax (Public Accounting)

  • Nawrocki Smith LLP
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 8 days ago

Nawrocki Smith LLP is currently looking for a full-time detail oriented professional as a bookkeeper for our Emerging Business department servicing our clients located predominantly in Long Island....

Remote

Bookkeeper for Landscaping Business

  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago

Bookkeeper for Landscaping Business (Brooklyn) compensation: $30 - $35 per hour employment type: job title: Bookkeeper for Landscaping Business We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper...

Remote

Full Charge Bookkeeper - Mandarin / English Fluency (Hybrid)

  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago

entries and adjustments Perform month-end and year-end close processes Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports for ownership Track landed cost calculations including duties...

Hybrid

Full Charge Bookkeeper - Hybrid

  • Nicole Miller Denim
  • New York, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 18 days ago

entries and adjustments Perform month-end and year-end close processes Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports for ownership Track landed cost calculations including duties...

Hybrid

Bookkeeper/ Finance Coordinator

  • Tillotson Design Associates
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

office looking for bookkeeper/finance coordinator, with the ability to manage HR for a 25-person company....

Hybrid

Horsemen's Bookkeeping Coordinator - Temporary

  • New York Racing Association
  • Ozone Park, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ozone Park, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Assist Horsemen's Bookkeeper with yearly escheatment process. Assist Horsemen's Bookkeeper with yearly processing of tax forms. Assist Horsemen's Bookkeeper with online ordering of supplies....

Remote Temporary

Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in New York 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 New York
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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