Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist for Franchise Office

H&R Block, Inc.; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll processing and client service in Rutherfordton, North Carolina.

You will post financial transactions, reconcile accounts and generate financial statements, supporting the firm's commitment to help and inspire communities. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, HS diploma, and relevant certifications; familiarity with Xero is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications, or ability to obtain certifications.
• 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and GAAP.
• Ability to interpret and apply instructions, policies and regulations.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

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 growth opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Discretion

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping/payroll certifications

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll processing and client service in Rutherfordton, North Carolina.

You will post financial transactions, reconcile accounts and generate financial statements, supporting the firm's commitment to help and inspire communities. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, HS diploma, and relevant certifications; familiarity with Xero is preferred.