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Finance & Accounting · Sacramento, CA
Bookkeeper jobs in Sacramento, 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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$59k
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Our client, a reputable construction company, is seeking an experienced Certified Payroll Specialist for a temporary assignment expected to last a minimum of three months. Responsibilities: -Process weekly certified payr…
$25.59 per hour
Role Overview We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounts Receivable Processor II to join our Total Rewards Operations Support Team. In this critical support role, you will be responsible for…
Rainbow USA is recognized as one of the fastest growing junior, kids, plus, and petite, specialty apparel retail chains and has grown to over 1,000 retail stores! We have multiple retail lines that pride themselves on th…
$27 - $30 per hour
At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards ac…
The Primary role of the Assistant General Manager (AGM) is to develop into a store leader and to be capable of running the store in the absence of a General Manager. An AGM is responsible for supporting the overall shift…
Wingstop’s mission is to serve the world flavor. Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand-cut seasoned fries, and any of our famous sides. For people who demand flavor in everything they d…
California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO Staff Accountant Based in Sacramento, CA We are seeking a responsible, experienced, and well-organized Staff Accountant to join our team at the California Federation of Labo…
$90k - $150k
A well-established local Mechanical Contractor is looking to fill an Plumbing Estimator p osition working on large projects. Excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development. A…
SEIU UHW West United Healthcare Workers West Assistant Director Government Relations Based in Sacramento, CA Position: Assistant Director, Government Relations Classification: Full-time, Exempt Position Summary: Leads SE…
$100k - $130k
Webuild () is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator to lead estimating operations for multifamily residential development projects across Northern California. This is a high-impact role for an experienced professional…
$90k - $150k
HVAC Estimator Location: Sacramento, CA A well-established local Mechanical Contractor is seeking an experienced HVAC Estimator to support large-scale projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that off…
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What bookkeepers earn in Sacramento
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$25 | $41k–$52k |
| Mid level | $25–$32 | $52k–$67k |
| Senior | $31–$40 | $65k–$84k |
Adjusted for the Sacramento 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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