Position Summary The Accounting Clerk III (AC III) supports the CBP Administration Systems, Office of Finance in a variety of functional areas (Payroll, Travel, Commercial Accounts, Revenue Field Support, Revenue Collect…
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Bookkeepers maintain the daily financial records of a business. They enter transactions, reconcile bank accounts, manage invoices and bills, and keep the ledger tidy enough for accountants to work from.
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What bookkeepers earn in the US
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| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $18–$23 | $38k–$48k |
| Mid level | $23–$30 | $48k–$62k |
| Senior | $29–$38 | $60k–$78k |
National ranges. City pages adjust for the local market.
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Accounts Receivable Clerk We are a Leading Building Supplies Company with a Vibrant Team of 800+ Professionals Serving Long Island, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. For NYS transparency, the expected salary…
$20.5 - $24 per hour
Description: Do you take pride in accuracy, organization, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Are you motivated by supporting teams, managing details, and contributing to work that truly makes a differ…
reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close. This entry-level opportunity is suited to someone with limited related experience or a bookkeeping background who wants to develop their accounting skills. You will…
Payroll Specialist - TemporaryRobert Half is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a temporary opportunity with an established organization. This position will support payroll processing for multiple locations as…
Job DetailExperience Level Mid LevelDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type HybridJob Reference 0000019902Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Hedge FundSelling Points Lead payroll operations for US…
Job SummaryThe Payroll Specialist will be detail-oriented and experienced in supporting payroll processing across all U.S. states and Canadian provinces, with responsibility for validating and ensuring the accuracy of pa…
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist in Middletown, New York on a Contract basis. This onsite role is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced accounts payable environment, brings strong invoice p…
We are looking for an experienced CPP Sr. Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a mid-sized employee population in California. This position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-e…
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
QuickBooksAccounts payableAccounts receivableBank reconciliationData entry accuracyInvoicingPayroll basicsExcelOrganization and follow-through
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which bookkeeping software have you used day to day?
Name the platforms and the tasks you actually performed in them — reconciliations, invoicing, reports. Mention certifications like QuickBooks ProAdvisor if you have them.
How do you make sure your entries are accurate?
Describe habits: reconciling regularly, double-checking against source documents, and reviewing unusual balances rather than trusting memory.
Walk me through reconciling a bank account.
Show the mechanics — match transactions, investigate differences, adjust for timing items — and your habit of finishing with a clean, documented reconciliation.
How do you handle a client or manager who is behind on records?
Describe triaging months of backlog systematically and setting up a routine so it does not pile up again. Calm persistence is the selling point.
What do you do when you find a transaction you cannot categorize?
Say you park it in a review account, gather context from receipts or the owner, and never guess silently. Accuracy over speed.
How do you keep sensitive financial information confidential?
Mention practical measures: access controls, not discussing figures outside need-to-know, and following the firm's data handling rules.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For bookkeepers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the volume you handled: transactions per month, accounts reconciled, or number of client books maintained.
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Name your software stack precisely, including QuickBooks Online versus Desktop, since employers filter on it.
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Mention accuracy outcomes, like reconciliations kept current or clean handoffs to CPAs at tax time.
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Include adjacent skills that widen the role, such as payroll runs, sales tax filings, or 1099 preparation.
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List bookkeeping certifications or coursework; they matter more in this role than a general degree.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Bookkeeper
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Full-Charge Bookkeeper
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Accounting Clerk Supervisor
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Staff Accountant
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