Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered. ~1–3 years of accounts payable, accounting, or bookkeeping experience preferred. ~ Knowledge of basic accounting principles and accounts pa…
Finance & Accounting · Louisville, KY
Bookkeeper jobs in Louisville, KY
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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$17–$34/hr
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$50k
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Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team. This role is responsible for managing the full cycle accounts payable process, ensuring invoices ar…
The Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist is responsible for managing and processing customer invoicing, collections, cash applications, and account reconciliations while ensuring accuracy and timely payment of outstanding…
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in Louisville, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings stron…
$21.63 per hour
We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and versatile Accounting & HR Clerk to join our customers team. The position will be temporary to hire in the East End of Louisville. It will be 100% in office. This dual-func…
: Department: Location: Belknap Campus Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Regular Job Req ID: R106445 Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combinati…
Location: Louisville, Kentucky, United StatesCompany: Trilogy Health ServicesPosted: 2026-09-25Trilogy Health Services is seeking a Clinical Coder in Louisville, KY. You will extract clinical information from medical rec…
: Primary Location: Med Plaza II - UMC Address: 250 E Liberty Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Summary: : Perform accounting function for entities within the Division including general l…
Role: Revenue Cycle & Billing Specialist Status: Full-Time (hourly) or Contract to Hire BrightStar Care of Louisville is seeking an experienced Revenue Cycle & Billing Specialist to take ownership of key billing, account…
A client of ours here in Louisville, KY is hiring for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist with extensive experience managing high-volume financial and operational workflows within fast-paced bu…
At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by em…
$65k - $100k
Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm. Firm currently is operating at a ratio of 60% Tax, 30% writ…
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What bookkeepers earn in Louisville
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $17–$21 | $35k–$44k |
| Mid level | $21–$27 | $44k–$56k |
| Senior | $26–$34 | $55k–$71k |
Adjusted for the Louisville 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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