Bookkeeper Jobs in Utah

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 - Internal Candidate - Herriman

  • Herriman, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Herriman, UT
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities of a bookkeeper include verifying incoming and outgoing funds, placing change orders with the assigned financial institution for the store, tracking, updating, and providing specified...

Financial Assistant

  • Logan, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Logan, UT
  • 2 days ago

Overview Join our dynamic team serving the Aviation Technology Department, which encompasses programs in flight, aviation mechanics, and drones with faculty and locations throughout the state. As...

Bookkeeper

  • Sandy, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sandy, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Enter financial transactions accurately, including invoices, bills, and journal entries. Reconcile bank and credit card statements to ensure accuracy. (~# of accounts? ~# Of Staff Credit Cards?...

Office Assistant/Bookkeeper

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Office Assistant/Bookkeeper Searching for meaningful work in Utah's nonprofit sector? You're at the right place!...

Senior Bookkeeper

  • Provo, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Provo, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Senior Bookkeeper Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions): Full cycle accounting for several smaller entities Data entry and analysis Report preparation including Excel reporting Prepare fixed asset...

Bookkeeper Admin (Full Time)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Location: University of Utah We are hiring immediately for a Full Time BOOKKEEPER ADMIN position....

Bookkeeper Admin (Full Time)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Location: University of Utah We are hiring immediately for a Full Time BOOKKEEPER ADMIN position....

Demographic Data for Utah

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


Local
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3,270,238
89,628

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Utah

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Utah 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 Utah
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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