Job description: Gorilla Circuits is one of the leading Printed Circuit Board Manufacturers in North America. We are a dynamic, fast-moving company that thrives on challenges and relies on our employees to consistently p…
Finance & Accounting · San Jose, CA
Bookkeeper jobs in San Jose, 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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$76k
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Clerk to join our team remotely. This position is ideal for someone looking to begin or build their career in accounting, payroll, bookkeeping, or administrative finance. The Accounting & Payroll Clerk will assist with r…
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in San Jose, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings stron…
: Santa Clara, California, United States Accounting & Finance Full-time Ref ID: JR-007539 Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission: Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protect…
experience • Technical competence and confidence in applying accounting knowledge • Experience managing accounting and bookkeeping for assigned clients, including bank reconciliations • Experience preparing payroll journ…
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with YouPicture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Assistant Director of Events, you’re not…
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in San Jose, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with pe…
$25 - $27 per hour
Cost Accounting Assistant Location: San Jose/Sunnyvale (EPD II) Business Unit: CESBG Job Classification: Non-Exempt Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Cost Accounting Assistant to support our Cost Acc…
$23 - $26 per hour
Warehouse Assistant Location: San Jose/Sunnyvale (EPD II) Business Unit: CESBG Job Classification: Exempt Summary The Warehouse Assistant is responsible for supporting day-to-day operations pf the warehouse, including in…
About the Role Party Teller is looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day bookkeeping needs of our growing retail business. The ideal candidate must be proficient in QuickBooks and co…
$65k - $80k
Role Overview The Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist is responsible for full-cycle accounts payable activities and purchase order administration. This role helps ensure invoices are accurate, payments are processed on time…
$25 - $32 per hour
Veterinary Billing Specialist $25-32/hour Temporary opportunity in Campbell, California Schedule: 4 10-hour shifts. Weekdays. Compensation is based on experience and skill set. Why Join SAGE Campbell At SAGE Campbell, pa…
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What bookkeepers earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$32 | $52k–$66k |
| Mid level | $32–$41 | $66k–$86k |
| Senior | $40–$52 | $83k–$108k |
Adjusted for the San Jose 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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Accounting Clerk Supervisor
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