Bookkeeper-Ext

H&R Block, Inc.; Iola (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. seeks an entry-level Bookkeeper/Data Entry Specialist to input client data into bookkeeping systems, record income and expenses, and support payroll processing. You will ensure accurate checks, deposits, and ledger reconciliation, while maintaining organized paper files and contributing to client reports.

No prior work experience is required; a high school diploma or equivalent is expected. Training and ongoing guidance are provided, with duties performed on-site in Kansas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Enter operational data into the client's bookkeeping system and record financial information.
• Endorse and deposit checks; prepare charge card transactions daily.
• Balance and reconcile ledgers and cash/bank accounts.
• Develop periodic client reports on income, expenses, taxes and other items.
• Provide payroll services and ensure compliance with wage laws.
• Maintain a manual file system for hard-copy documents.
• Identify process issues and propose improvements to management.
• Participate in training and meetings to improve service delivery.
• Attend trainings for job duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

• Receives operational data for entry into the client's bookkeeping system and determines the best method to record the financial information, such as income, expenses, returned checks, bank charges, and labor hours/codes. Manually records information into the bookkeeping system.
• Ensures all checks are endorsed properly and deposited into the proper account each day. Prepares all charge card transactions on the day received. Reports all income and bank charge and information.
• Balances and reconciles ledgers, which will become part of the client's general ledger system. Reconciles cash and bank accounts on an agreed-upon basis, comparing account balances to other recorded sources.
• Develop detailed reports on a periodic basis for the business client regarding business income, business expenses, gross taxes, and other reports, as needed.
• Perform payroll services as requested by the business client account including preparation of payroll checks, preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual employee and employer payroll reports. Prepares payroll in accordance with local, state, and federal wage and hour laws.
• Maintains a manual file system to store the hard-copy documents after entry into the record keeping system.
• Identifies issues with current process and notifies management of potential concerns and potential solutions. The client is also notified of any issues, concerns and solutions related to the maintenance of the client's financial records.
• Participates in meetings and training sessions to continuously improve the bookkeeping service provided to the client.
• Attends training related to the effective and efficient performance of job duties.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• No previous work experience necessary.