Bookkeeper Jobs in Durham, NC

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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UTS - Temporary Research Financial Administrator at NC State

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Posting Number: PG194992TM Position Number: 48SM56 Position Type: Temporary Essential Job Duties: This temporary position will support the administration and financial management of sponsored...

General Ledger Accountant

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

General Ledger Accountant (R26244) Department Finance, Accounting, & Strategy Location Porto Alegre Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil Product Corporate Company Epic Games Requisition ID R26244 WHAT MAKES...

General Ledger Accountant - North America

  • Durham, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 30+ days ago

In this role you will be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of monthly GL journal entries with sufficient documentation, providing a clear audit trail....

Public Accounting BOOKKEEPER

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

. - Assist with month-end close processes, including journal entries and financial statement preparation. - Collaborate with the team to analyze financial data and provide recommendations for improvements...

957002 - Franchise - Bookkeeper - Internal

  • Durham, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 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 in public accounting

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

. - Assist with month-end close processes, including journal entries and financial statement preparation. - Collaborate with the team to analyze financial data and provide recommendations for improvements...

Demographic Data for Durham, NC

Moving to Durham, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Durham, NC below.


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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Durham, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC
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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