Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our growing construction organization. This individual will oversee the day-to-day accounting functions while supporting payroll, AP/AR, union reporting,…
Finance & Accounting · Boston, MA
Bookkeeper jobs in Boston, MA
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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Senior Fund Accountant - Family OfficeOverview:A private family office is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to support accounting, reporting, tax coordination, and cash management for its pooled investment vehicles (“the…
Industry/SectorAsset and Wealth ManagementSpecialismIndustry Tax PracticeManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe OpportunityAs an AWM Regulated Investment Company (RIC) Tax Senior Associate, you will…
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Rapid7 is seeking an experienced Treasury Manager to help advance our global Treasury strategy and transformation agenda. Reporting to the Treasurer, this role will play a key role across liquidity and financial risk man…
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support financial operations for a construction-focused organization in Waltham, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings str…
#LI-AM1 #LI-Hybrid #CBIZAdvisoryCBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) is a leading professional services advisor to middle-market businesses nationwide. With industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insu…
: The Analyst is responsible for maintaining financial control and processing payroll for approximately 400 employees using UltiPro (UKG). This person is also responsible for mastering the functions and processes of this…
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support the finance team on a Contract basis in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can step into a fast-paced environment and help maintain…
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Tax Accountant to support tax research, preparation, and compliance activities for a contract position based in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is well suited for someone with a str…
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DescriptionKforce's client is a downtown Boston financial services co. and is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant. The position offers a quick path to supervisor and offers challenging work, as well as a chance to w…
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Circle (NYSE: CRCL) is one of the world’s leading internet financial platform companies, building the foundation of a more open, global economy through digital assets, payment applications, and programmable blockchain in…
Job Overview We are looking for a Bookkeeper who is able to record and maintain our day to day financial activities. Your job duties include purchases, payments, receipts, and sales. Perform daily tasks such as Monthly f…
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What bookkeepers earn in Boston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$29 | $49k–$61k |
| Mid level | $29–$38 | $61k–$79k |
| Senior | $37–$48 | $77k–$100k |
Adjusted for the Boston market from national ranges.
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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
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Full-Charge Bookkeeper
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Accounting Clerk Supervisor
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