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Finance & Accounting · Washington, DC
Bookkeeper jobs in Washington, DC
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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$23–$47/hr
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$69k
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Accounts Payable Specialist Summary The American Coatings Association (ACA) seeks a qualified candidate for an Accounts Payable Specialist position within its Finance and Accounting Department. This position will be prim…
We are looking for an experienced Senior Billing Specialist to support accurate and timely invoicing operations for a growing law firm in Washington, District of Columbia. This role is ideal for someone who can manage co…
FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER * 25 to 35 hours per week * Hourly pay range 30.00-40.00 We are an independent Tire and Automotive Service seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. This role is essential in keeping o…
$30 - $40 per hour
Full Charge Bookkeeper Eagle Tire & Automotive-Federal Way, WA Benefits: Dental, Life, Health, Vision insurance Part-time to Full-Time, depending on experience and time management skills 25-35 hour a week Hourly compensa…
$30 - $35 per hour
Title : Payroll Specialist Type : Contract Duration : Indefinite Pay Rate : $30 - $35/ hour Location : Washington DC Office Schedule : 1x a week Background Check : Upon a conditional offer of employment, the position req…
$59.59k - $74.63k
United Food and Commercial Workers U.S. Payroll Staff Accountant Based in Washington DC near Metro (on-site) Organization: United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW) is North America’s neighborhood uni…
**Remote Bookkeeper for US Based Real Estate Team** **Full Time: 40 Hours a Week | Virtual Assistant** Join Stadium District Flats, a real estate investment team overseeing a growing portfolio of 70+ units and active res…
Staffmax is helping our client hire an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk for a 5-month contract. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about accounting, this is a great opportunity to contribute to a g…
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What bookkeepers earn in Washington
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $23–$29 | $48k–$60k |
| Mid level | $29–$38 | $60k–$78k |
| Senior | $36–$47 | $75k–$98k |
Adjusted for the Washington 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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