Bookkeeper Jobs in Texas

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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Prepare and post journal entries. Generate quarterly financial reports and manage month-end closings. Prepare 1099s, W2s, and quarterly tax filings....

Bookkeeper / Admin Assistant

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 hours ago

We're hiring a dependable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant to help manage operations and finances across all three companies....

Administrative Assistant to Principal/Bookkeeper (Anticipated)

  • Webster, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Webster, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Primary Purpose Ensure efficient operation of high school administrative office and provide clerical services for school’s administrative staff. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the...

Bookkeeper

  • Nederland, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Nederland, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Local company in the Mid-County area is seeking a Bookkeeper. This is a great long-term opportunity for the right person!...

2025/26 Bookkeeper, Fine Arts/Athletics

  • Austin, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Equal Opportunity Employer Attachment(s): P559 - Bookkeeper, Fine Arts and Athletics.pdf...

Bookkeeper position

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

Bookkeeper will be expected to perform the following duties: Perform monthly bookkeeping and bank reconciliations....

Experienced Bookkeeper with a Personality

  • Southlake, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Southlake, TX
  • 1 day ago

SOME OF OUR BOOKKEEPERS BECOME ENROLLED AGENTS, WHICH IS A BIG PLUS....

Administrative Bookkeeper Secondary

  • Carrizo Springs, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Carrizo Springs, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Administrative Bookkeeper Secondary Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal/ Business Office Date Revised: 04/23/2025 Dept./School: High School/ Jr....

Sr General Ledger Accountant

  • Grapevine, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Grapevine, TX
  • 1 day ago

Prepare account reconciliations, calculate supporting account adjustments, prepare and post journal entries; ledgers, intercompany accounts, inventory, bank accounts and payroll accounts and perform...

2025/26 Bookkeeper, Fine Arts/Athletics

  • Leander, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Leander, TX
  • 1 day ago

2025/26 Bookkeeper, Fine Arts/Athletics JobID: 9607 Position Type: 04 - Clerical/Central Office Date Posted: 4/21/2025 Location: Fine Arts Date Available: 05/27/2025 Closing Date: Open until filled...

2025-2026 Bookkeeper

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago

Primary Purpose: Perform general bookkeeping and maintain campus financial records, including campus activity fund. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School diploma or GED Special...

Bookkeeper

  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 2 days ago

Accounting & auditing Bookkeeper BOOKKEEPER. wichita falls, texas Posted 4/3/2025 Closes 5/24/2025 Job details Summary Spherion $15.00 - $20.00 per hour Temp to Perm 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Industry accounting...

Clerk Bookkeeper

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 days ago

Clerk Bookkeeper JobID: 617 Position Type: Paraprofessional/Clerk Bookkeeper Date Posted: 10/22/2024 Location: BEAUMONT UNITED HIGH SCHOOL Additional Information: Show/Hide Beaumont independent school...

Campus Bookkeeper

  • TX
  • 2 days ago
  • TX
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Clerical/Campus/Campus Bookkeeper Date Posted: 10/10/2024 Location: Davis High School Description: To view the job description please click on the attachment....

Basic Accounting-Title Clerk-Bookkeeping-Data Entry

  • Spring, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Spring, TX
  • 3 days ago

Extreme Autoplex LLC looking for a full-time or part-time personal assistant to help General Manager run the dealership smoothly. you will be helping: track daily expenses data entry for new...

Demographic Data for Texas

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Texas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers in Texas
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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