Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist (Franchise Role)

H&R Block, Inc.; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver bookkeeping, payroll, and customer service support. You will post transactions, reconcile ledgers, prepare payroll, and generate tax forms while maintaining client relationships and contributing to growth.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and familiarity with GAAP. Xero experience is preferred; certifications may be required. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

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

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver bookkeeping, payroll, and customer service support. You will post transactions, reconcile ledgers, prepare payroll, and generate tax forms while maintaining client relationships and contributing to growth.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and familiarity with GAAP. Xero experience is preferred; certifications may be required. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.