Bookkeeper Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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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Bookeeper

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago

Part time position (15-20 hrs/week) with flexible daytime/evening/week-end hours to assist with bookkeeping, accounting, tax preparation, sorting, filing, organizing and other work. Quickbooks or...

In Person

Front End/Bookkeeper

  • Metro Market
  • Glendale, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Glendale, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Embrace the Customer 1st...

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Bookkeeper

  • Koss Accounting Solutions
  • Racine, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Racine, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Experienced Bookkeeper Koss Accounting Solutions is growing, and we are looking for an experienced accounting professional who can support client bookkeeping, month-end close, and financial reporting...

Hybrid

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Bertram Communications
  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Grafton, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 16 days ago

a highly organized and detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage our end-to-end financial record-keeping....

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Bookkeeper

  • LHH US
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 21 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 21 days ago

Bookkeeper Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll Journal Entries and Reconciliations Requirements: Two or more years of full-charge bookkeeping experience Higher education desired...

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Front End/Bookkeeper

  • Pick 'n Save
  • Germantown, WI (17 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Germantown, WI (17 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 23 days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Embrace the Customer 1st...

In Person

Front End/Bookkeeper

  • Kroger
  • Glendale, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Glendale, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Embrace the Customer 1st...

In Person

Demographic Data for Milwaukee, WI

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bookkeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee, WI
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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