Bookkeeper Jobs in California

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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Office Manager, Bookkeeper/Accounting Part/Full time

  • Placerville, CA
  • moments ago
  • Placerville, CA
  • moments ago

Office Manager, Bookkeeper/Accounting Part/Full time (Placerville) compensation: Pay will be discussed at the interview. employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Bookkeeper/Accounting...

Office Assistant / Bookeeper

  • Grass Valley, CA
  • moments ago
  • Grass Valley, CA
  • moments ago

Brewer Heating & Air Conditioning is seeking an Office Assistant / Bookkeeper Requirements: Proficient in QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, and Excel Payroll, Sales Tax and Workers Compensation, a plus...

Office Admin/Book Keeper

  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 hours ago

We are a business/immigration law firm looking for an office administrator and bookkeeper to join our growing team....

Housing Agency Finance Officer

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Apply by 5:00PM, Friday, May 2, 2025 for Priority Consideration for 1st Round Interviews! The Community Development and Housing Department (CDH) is recruiting for a Housing Agency Finance Officer...

Bookkeeper (Oak Meadows)

  • Oakley, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Oakley, CA
  • 18 hours ago

WinnCompanies is looking for a Bookkeeper to join our team at Oak Meadows, a 44-unit affordable housing community located in Oakley, CA....

Bookkeeper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Job Description: Bookkeeper Job Description: We would like to hire a Bookkeeper to take care of all our company day to day financial tasks....

Bookkeeper

  • Los Altos, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Los Altos, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Our ideal candidate has worked as a professional Bookkeeper for at least three years and has experience managing large bank accounts....

Full Charge Bookkeeper / Construction

  • Modesto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 1 day ago

Preferred (Beneficial) Qualifications: Experience with Sage 100 Contractor. Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field....

Bookkeeper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Performs reconciliations and journal entries l. Prepares and updates cost reports for billing purposes m....

Part Time In Office Book Keeper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Busy Office looking for a Quickbooks qualified Book keeper with 5+ years experience with quickbooks/book keeping, to come in 2 days a week, about 10 hours weekly. We are not looking for someone to...

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Bookkeeper Administrator (Full Time)

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time BOOKKEEPER ADMINISTRATOR position. Location : Traverse - 800 Gateway Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080. Note: online applications accepted only....

Bookkeeper (Retail/Shopify POS and QBO)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper with Shopify, Shopify POS and QB Online experience to join us 1-2 days per week on-site....

El Super #33 Fresno - Bookkeeper

  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago

El Super #33 Fresno - Bookkeeper El Super #33 Under the Store Director's supervision, an El Super Bookkeeper prepares and verifies the store's money safe and cashier tilts....

El Super #69 Fresno Gantt - Bookkeeper

  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago

El Super #69 Fresno Gantt - Bookkeeper El Super #69 Under the Store Director's supervision, an El Super Bookkeeper prepares and verifies the store's money safe and cashier tilts....

Bookkeeper/Administrative

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

BOOKKEEPING/OFFICE ADMIN - Full AP duties - Full AR duties - General bookkeeping duties (journal entries, maintain fixed asset ledgers, reconciliations) - Monitor and reconcile bank accounts and credit...

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
13.1%
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 California
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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