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Bookkeeper jobs in Los Angeles, CA
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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$22–$46/hr
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$67k
Median, full-time
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We are looking for an experienced Workday Payroll Implementation Specialist to join a large retail organization in Gardena, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist with strong at…
$21 - $24 per hour
Accounting Clerk-Inventory Become a Rusnak! Join Rusnak Auto Group, a leading automotive organization with over 60 years of success serving Greater Los Angeles and Southern California. We are proud to offer a dynamic, di…
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can manage payroll activities with accuracy, maintain c…
$31.21 per hour
International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees IATSE Local 871 Accounting Clerk Based in Burbank, CA IATSE Local 871 is seeking candidates for the position of Accounting Clerk . Duties include but are not limit…
$25 - $28 per hour
Synear Foods USA is a subsidiary of Synear Food Holdings, one of the largest and most established frozen food manufacturers in China. With a strong heritage of quality and innovation, Synear has been serving consumers wo…
$30 - $39 per hour
Ability to handle confidential information professionally. ~Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. ~Previous billing, bookkeeping, accounting, or customer-service experience is preferred. Required Equipment Ca…
Accounting/Billing Clerk, Accounts Receivable, Quickbooks THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. DO NOT APPLY Contact Us Los Angeles – Headquarters (***) ***-**** (USA Toll Free) (***) ***-**** M-F 8:00am-6:00pm Pacific TimeADDR…
are deeply committed to creating jobs and building community through manufacturing. We are looking for a hands-on Full Charge Bookkeeper with experience in a manufacturing environment to oversee all aspects of our accoun…
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What bookkeepers earn in Los Angeles
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$28 | $46k–$59k |
| Mid level | $28–$37 | $59k–$76k |
| Senior | $35–$46 | $73k–$95k |
Adjusted for the Los Angeles 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
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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