Bookkeeper Jobs in Kentucky

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/Secretary and Paraprofessional

  • Paris, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Paris, KY
  • 23 hours ago

BOOKKEEPER / SECRETARY AND PARAPROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: High School Graduate or GED required....

RMS Bookkeeper (8 hours per day/210 days)

  • Russell, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Russell, KY
  • 3 days ago

TITLE: Bookkeeper (RPS, RMIS and RMS) REPORTS TO: Principal JOB GOAL: Provide support to financial functions of the school by maintaining, conveying and updating fiscal information to the Principal....

Bookkeeper

  • Berea, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Berea, KY
  • 14 days ago

Bookkeeper $21 Right To Hire ACCOUNTING & FINANCE Berea, KY Branch: Berea KY Job ID: 24-38363 QUICK APPLY No resume?...

Bookkeeper

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 14 days ago

JOB TITLE Bookkeeper / School Secretary II REPORTS TO Administrator SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE Classified Salary Schedule Grade 103 CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS 225 X 7.5 EXEMPT STATUS Non Exempt JOB CLASS...

Elementary Bookkeeper

  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 16 days ago
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 16 days ago

Elementary Bookkeeper Campbellsville Independent Schools Campbellsville Elementary School - Campbellsville, Kentucky This job is also posted in Campbellsville Independent Schools Job Details Job ID:...

Bookkeeper

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 days ago

Christian Academy School System Bookkeeper (TC-LL-Accts-Receivable) JOB POSTING Job Details Posting ID: TC-LL-Accts-Receivable Bookkeeper Title: A/R Bookkeeper Description: POSITION: BOOKKEEPER (Accounts...

Bookkeeper @ MCHS

  • Stearns, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Stearns, KY
  • 21 days ago

Bookkeeper @ MCHS McCreary County Schools McCreary Central High School - Stearns, Kentucky This job is also posted in McCreary County Schools Job Details Job ID:4995565 Application Deadline:Feb 25,...

Business & Finance Officer

  • Highland Heights, KY
  • 27 days ago
  • Highland Heights, KY
  • 27 days ago

Working Title: Business & Finance Officer Department: EngageKY Compensation Title: Business & Finance Officer Position Number: 30029300 Position Status: Grant, Contract Work Schedule: M-F...

957002 - Franchise - Bookkeeper - Internal

  • Albany, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albany, KY
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll bring to the team... Post financial transactions into subsidiary books and general ledgers Reconcile and balance accounts Generate and analyze financial statements Prepare and process...

Bookkeeper

  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Vaco has partnered with a company that is looking for a bookkeeper to join their staff!...

Bookkeeper

  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Bookkeeper POST NUMBER: 436121 Louisville, KY, US On-Site January 31st, 2025 Business Services, Finance, Real Estate Vaco $ 55000.00 - 65000.00 yearly direct hire Position Overview: The Bookkeeper will...

Business Financial Assistant (BLANK AST 2)

  • California, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • California, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Business Financial Assistant (BLANK AST 2) University of California Davis, United States about 14 hours ago Location: California, KENTUCKY Job Type: FullTime Skip to Main Content Press Control+M...

School Bookkeeper 1 - Westport Middle School (2024-2025) Start Time 8:40

  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago

School Bookkeeper 1 - Westport Middle School (2024-2025) Start Time 8:40 JobID: 33961 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Bookkeeper Date Posted: 1/17/2025 Location: WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Date Available...

Part-time Bookkeeper

  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Opening: Part-time Bookkeeper Parish/School: Nativity Academy at St Boniface Description: Time Required: 20 - 25 hours per week Location: Nativity Academy Advancement Office / St....

Bookkeeper

  • Whitley City, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Whitley City, KY
  • 60+ days ago

What you'll bring to the team... Education: High school diploma or equivalent Work Experience: No previous work experience necessary.

Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.3%
Master's Degree
15.9%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Some College
1.9%
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 Kentucky
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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