Bookkeeper Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Responsibilities: Preapare Trail Balances, Journal Entries, and Reconciliations, Payroll and Sates tax Reports for our Clients. Qualifications: Experience in Accounting, Finance, or Related Field....

Bookkeeper/Office assistant

  • Wayne, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Wayne, PA
  • 2 days ago

The ideal candidate will be well-organized and comfortable dealing with financial data. This individual will oversee the accounts payable and receivable, write estimates, purchase orders, and...

Bookkeeper

  • Myerstown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Myerstown, PA
  • 2 days ago

Experience in recording journal entries (3+ years). Ability to navigate within spreadsheets and create simple formulas in Excel....

QuickBooks/Paychex Bookkeeper

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

Abel Personnel's client, a well-established employer in the mechanical industry located in Harrisburg, PA, is seeking an experienced QuickBooks & Paychex Bookkeeper to join their team....

Bookkeeper

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

Hobby Lobby is currently looking to fill a full-time Bookkeeper position in our store. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM and we are CLOSED ON SUNDAY....

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago

reconciliation, cash management, journal entry and financial statement preparation....

Bookkeeper

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Serve the nursing center as a Bookkeeper where you will be the resource for handling and managing questions/inquiries from patients/residents and their families as well as from our...

Bookkeeper

  • Exton, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Exton, PA
  • 10 days ago

The Bookkeeper will maintain the order in the office, conduct bookkeeping, and work to coordinate the day to day operations....

Bookkeeper

  • Kittanning, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Kittanning, PA
  • 11 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Two years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting concepts such as accounts payable and receivable, and the creation of journal entries in a general ledger....

Bookkeeper

  • Irwin, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Irwin, PA
  • 11 days ago

Bookkeeper Location: Irwin, PA Pay: Competitive hourly rate Schedule: Monday - Friday About the Position: We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to join our team in Irwin, PA!...

Part-time bookkeeper

  • Mt Pleasant, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, PA
  • 12 days ago

Agricultural bookkeeping. Part-time, approx 8 hours per week. Posting checks, reconciliations of accounts. Must know Quickbooks. *PLEASE CLICK "APPLY" ON PACAREERLINK PA. GOV. AND SEE "FOLLOW-UP...

Accounting and Financial Assistant - UEIS

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 20 days ago

Process journal entry transfers as directed by the Business Manager or Senior Associate Dean. Generate and distribute financial reports according to the departmental reporting cycle....

Accounting and Financial Assistant - UEIS Carnegie Mellon University

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 21 days ago

Process journal entry transfers as directed by the Business Manager or Senior Associate Dean. Generate and distribute financial reports according to the departmental reporting cycle....

Bookkeeper

  • Huntingdon, PA
  • 27 days ago
  • Huntingdon, PA
  • 27 days ago

Job description *Job Title: * Bookkeeper *Position Information: * Full Time/Full Year *Hours: * Normal working hours are 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. These hours may vary due to the workload....

Bookkeeper Administrator (Full Time)

  • York, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • York, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Location: York College of PA We are hiring immediately for a full time BOOKKEEPER ADMINISTRATOR position. Address: York College of PA - 441 Country Club Road, York, PA 17403....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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


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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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