Bookkeeper Jobs in South Dakota

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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Deputy Finance Officer

  • Pierre, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 2 days ago

The Deputy Finance Officer is responsible for the accounts receivable processing, monthly bank reconciliations, inventory processing, journal entry processing, accurate general ledger analysis, monthly...

Bookkeeper/Administrator

  • Watertown, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 3 days ago

Bookkeeper/Administrator Sign in to apply Watertown, SD Sign in to apply Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, and highly organized Bookkeeper / Accountant to join our growing...

Bookkeeper

  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 20 days ago
  • Aberdeen, SD
  • 20 days ago

Company Introduction If you're friendly and dependable and you like to work with terrific guests, we'd love to talk about an opportunity on our team! Coborn's, Inc. is a fast-growing...

Finance Officer

  • Fort Pierre, SD
  • 24 days ago
  • Fort Pierre, SD
  • 24 days ago

Directs staff and performs the fiscal accounting, budgetary and business functions under the direction of the Mayor and according to statute, ordinances, and policies adopted by the Council. The...

Bookkeeper

  • Yankton, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Spherion Sioux Falls is looking for a full-time Bookkeeper to provide full-cycle bookkeeping services to clients....

Demographic Data for South Dakota

Moving to South Dakota? Find some basic demographic data about South Dakota below.


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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in South Dakota 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 South Dakota
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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