Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist

H&R Block; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Taylorville, Illinois to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll and customer service, supporting local clients and the franchise network. You’ll contribute to the brand’s mission of helping communities with confident financial management.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, a high school diploma, and certification potential from the National Bookkeeping Association; familiarity with Xero is preferred, and strong attention to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications or ability to obtain them.
• 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and standard procedures.

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

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

Client communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

NBACertifications (or ability to obtain)

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Taylorville, Illinois to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll and customer service, supporting local clients and the franchise network. You’ll contribute to the brand’s mission of helping communities with confident financial management.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, a high school diploma, and certification potential from the National Bookkeeping Association; familiarity with Xero is preferred, and strong attention to