Bookkeeper: Payroll, Ledgers & Client Support

H&R Block; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver bookkeeping, payroll, and customer service. The role supports the brand’s mission to help and inspire communities.

You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and manage payroll while maintaining client communications and growth opportunities. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years bookkeeping experience, GAAP knowledge, and familiarity with Xero.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and GAAP.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications or ability to obtain them.
• Experience with Xero accounting software.

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 calculate and prepare tax statements.
• Communicate with clients, client suppliers, vendors and banking contacts.
• Assist in client retention and client growth opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver bookkeeping, payroll, and customer service. The role supports the brand’s mission to help and inspire communities.

You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and manage payroll while maintaining client communications and growth opportunities. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years bookkeeping experience, GAAP knowledge, and familiarity with Xero.