Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist (Xero Expert)

H&R Block; Hertford (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block in the United States seeks an experienced bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and top-tier customer service for our clients. This role emphasizes precision, confidentiality, and helping communities through reliable financial support.

The successful candidate will handle posting, reconciliation, payroll processing, and client communication while maintaining strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Certifications in bookkeeping and payroll or ability to obtain them.
• Knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Experience with Xero accounting software.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

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

Xero

Customer service

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Job description

H&R Block in the United States seeks an experienced bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and top-tier customer service for our clients. This role emphasizes precision, confidentiality, and helping communities through reliable financial support.

The successful candidate will handle posting, reconciliation, payroll processing, and client communication while maintaining strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.