Bookkeeper - Franchise Location

H&R Block, Inc.; Kingfield (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. in Kingfield, ME seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to handle bookkeeping, payroll, and client service for a franchise office. You’ll post transactions, balance accounts, generate statements, and process payroll with meticulous attention to accuracy and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes timely financial management, client interaction, and supporting retention and growth while upholding company standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications are preferred or the ability to obtain.
• 1-3 years of bookkeeping experience is expected.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and GAAP is required.
• Ability to interpret and apply complete instructions, policies and regulations.
• Professionalism with confidential information is essential.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Good organizational and time-management skills to multi-task independently.

Responsibilities

• Post financial transactions into subsidiary books and general ledgers.
• Reconcile and balance accounts.
• Generate and analyze financial statements.
• Prepare and process payroll.
• Generate 1099s and W2s and prepare tax statements.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, vendors and banking contacts.
• Assist in client retention and client growth opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Discretion/confidentiality

1-3 years bookkeeping experience

Knowledge of GAAP

Interpreting instructions

Attention to detail

Client communication

Xero experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping & payroll certifications

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

About the Role

Joining H&R Block 1 as an experienced Bookkeeper, you’ll deliver exceptional bookkeeping, payroll and customer service. You’ll be an integral part of delivering on our brand purpose to provide help and inspire communities everywhere.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Post financial transactions into subsidiary books and general ledgers


• Reconcile and balance accounts


• Generate and analyze financial statements


• Prepare and process payroll


• Generate 1099s and W2s and calculate and prepare tax statements


• Communicate with clients, client suppliers, vendors and banking contacts


• Assist in client retention and client growth opportunities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Xero accounting software

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent


• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications from the National Bookkeeping Association, or the ability to successfully obtain certifications


• 1-3 years of bookkeeping experience


• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and generally accepted accounting principles & procedures


• Ability to correctly interpret and apply complete instructions, policies and regulations


• Ability to treat confidential information with professionalism and discretion


• Analytical skills and an eye for details


• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multi-task and work independently

Why work for us

At H&R Block, our purpose is simple: to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. For more than 70 years, we’ve led the tax industry and we continue to evolve through our Block Next strategy, blending human expertise with digital innovation.

That same commitment to care extends to our associates. When you join us, you become part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. We invest in your well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life both in and outside of work.

This office is an independently owned and operated franchise office operating under an agreement with H&R Block. Franchisees make their own hiring decisions and any questions regarding employment at this office should be made directly to the franchisee.

Pay Range

$15.10 - $30.00/Hr.