Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist

H&R Block, Inc.; Adel (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. in Adel, Iowa seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver meticulous bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and manage payroll while supporting client retention and growth within a franchise office.

The role emphasizes accuracy, discretion with confidential information and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a busy office environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications, or ability to obtain them.
• 1–3 years bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and standard procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and regulations.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to multi-task.

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 W-2s and calculate tax statements.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, vendors and banking contacts.
• Assist in client retention and growth opportunities.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

Financial statements

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. in Adel, Iowa seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver meticulous bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and manage payroll while supporting client retention and growth within a franchise office.

The role emphasizes accuracy, discretion with confidential information and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a busy office environment.