Bookkeeper Jobs in Washington

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

  • Sammamish, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sammamish, WA
  • 1 day ago

Ideally, our new Bookkeepers will have two years of high-volume cash handling experience in a fast paced retail or banking environment....

Part-Time Bookkeeper / Office Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Bookkeeper with office assistant capabilities to join our team....

Bookkeeper/Office Manager

  • Deer Park, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Deer Park, WA
  • 2 days ago

Bookkeeper/Office Manager -Full time position or Part time- 4 day work week -Paid well depending on experience - Must be skilled in: -Proficient in QuickBooks Online (required) -Microsoft Office: Excel...

Were Hiring: Part-Time Bookkeeper (20 hrs/week, growth potential!)

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 2 days ago

We're Hiring: Part-Time Bookkeeper (20 hrs/week, growth potential!)...

Financial Assistant

  • Federal Way, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 3 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Financial Assistant Federal Way, WA Description Make a difference with a Human Services Career as a Client Financial Assistant As a human services agency, Community...

Full Charge Bookkeeper / Controller

  • Spokane, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 5 days ago

Full Charge Bookkeeper - Multi-Entity Corporate Office Career Opportunity Due to Retirement A rare and exciting opportunity is available due to the upcoming retirement of a long-time and valued team...

Back-up Bookkeeper - Ellensburg, WA

  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 5 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Backup Bookkeeper manages cash accuracy; provides accurate records of store sales and related transactions; completes payroll tasks on when the Personnel Coordinator Bookkeeper...

Bookkeeper/ Admin

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

Custom cabinet shop in Seattles SODO area looking for highly organized, team player to join our team. This position is part time with the opportunity for future full-time employment. The job...

Bookkeeper/ Administrative

  • Arlington, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, WA
  • 6 days ago

Bookkeeper Established retail store seeking qualified individual to join our administrative team....

Senior Bookkeeper

  • Poulsbo, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Poulsbo, WA
  • 6 days ago

West Sound Workforce is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to join a locally owned, community minded service provider in Poulsbo....

Part-time Bookkeeper

  • Bainbridge Island, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bainbridge Island, WA
  • 7 days ago

Looking for a part-time bookkeeper. Must be local to Bainbridge 10-20 hours a week. Office is located in downtown Bainbridge, secure building. Hours are quite flexible....

Bookkeeper

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 7 days ago

Provide accounting support/back-up to Onboard System's bookkeeper as needed. Other Duties as assigned....

Bookkeeper

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 10 days ago

JOB REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED. 3+YEARS BOOKKEEPER EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. QUICKBOOKS proficiency is a MUST! Extremely busy office. 2 businesses - 1 owner....

Personnel Coord Bookkeeper (Back-up)

  • Redmond, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 13 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Personnel Coordinator Bookkeeper (PCB) manages cash accuracy; provides accurate records of store sales and related transactions; coordinates recruiting, hiring and training activities...

Bookkeeper

  • Pasco, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Pasco, WA
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger Reconcile and balance accounts to the general ledger Perform bank reconciliations and post associated journal entries Manage...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Washington 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 Washington
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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