Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist — Drive Client Growth

H&R Block, Inc.; Pocomoke City (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Maryland to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll processing, and client service. You will maintain ledgers, prepare payroll, and generate 1099s and W-2s while supporting client retention and growth opportunities.

This role requires confidentiality, strong organizational skills, and precise accounting practices, with collaboration across clients and banking contacts to ensure smooth financial operations for small businesses.

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.

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

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Financial statements

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

High school diploma

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Maryland to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll processing, and client service. You will maintain ledgers, prepare payroll, and generate 1099s and W-2s while supporting client retention and growth opportunities.

This role requires confidentiality, strong organizational skills, and precise accounting practices, with collaboration across clients and banking contacts to ensure smooth financial operations for small businesses.