Bookkeeper Jobs in Rhode Island

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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Church Business Manager/Bookkeeper

  • Providence, RI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 8 hours ago

Parish Business Manager-Bookkeeper Position Overview: St....

Bookkeeper (Small Business HUB) - Skills for Rhode Island's Future

  • Providence, RI
  • 16 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 16 days ago

Bookkeeper (Small Business HUB) Job Description Organization Skills for Rhode Island's Future (SkillsRI) is a mission driven nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that all Rhode Islanders have...

957002 - Franchise - Bookkeeper - Internal

  • Central Falls, RI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Central Falls, RI
  • 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...

Student Financial Assistant

  • Providence, RI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 60+ days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To assist in pre-audit documents and/or computer files in connection with requisitions, vendor payments, purchase orders, miscellaneous encumbrances, change orders,...

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

Moving to Rhode Island? Find some basic demographic data about Rhode Island below.


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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Rhode Island

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bookkeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
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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