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Bookkeeper jobs in New York, NY
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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individual contributors own their work end to end. **POSITION SUMMARY** We're looking for an experienced Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper to run our day-to-day accounting. The role covers accounts payable, cash management a…
Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is an international technology group with th…
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a luxury retail organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environme…
$27 - $29 per hour
JOB TITLE: Accounting Clerk II LOCATION: Lancaster, NY PAY RATE: $27-29/hour We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client. Job Details:…
Jenny Bour with Robert Half is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the financial operations of a busy organization in Amherst, New York. In this AR Specialist role, you will oversee billing and incom…
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Operations Specialist I (Tier II) to support accounting operations in Rochester, New York. This is a Long-term Contract position focused on maintaining accurate accounts receivab…
Position Summary Kappo Masa is seeking a full-time, on-site Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role is responsible for accurate financial record keeping, accounts payable, reconciliations, and p…
$85k - $105k
Theatrical Protective Union Local No. One IATSE Bookkeeper Based in New York, NY Job Overview: The Theatrical Protective Union, Local No. One, I.A.T.S.E., located on West 46th Street in New York City, is looking for an e…
$30 - $40 per hour
Bookkeeper, Accounts Payable (Temporary) New York, NY | Temporary, Full-Time | Non-Exempt | Onsite ABOUT VAN WYCK & VAN WYCK Van Wyck & Van Wyck is a family-founded event design and production firm creating highly person…
Position Overview: The Bookkeeper will be an integral part of the Accounting team in a fast-paced, collaborative, and friendly environment. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities, includi…
$46.8k - $51.03k
AFSCME District Council 37 Bookkeeper LG IV Education Fund Department Based in New York City area, NY Job Title: Bookkeeper LG IV Salary Range: $46,800 – $51,026 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under ge…
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What bookkeepers earn in New York
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$30 | $50k–$63k |
| Mid level | $30–$39 | $63k–$82k |
| Senior | $38–$50 | $79k–$103k |
Adjusted for the New York 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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