Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist (Xero Expert)

H&R Block, Inc.; Iowa Falls (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in the United States to manage bookkeeping, payroll and client service for our franchise office. You’ll post financial transactions, balance accounts and generate financial statements as part of delivering trusted tax support.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of GAAP, and an ability to handle confidential information with discretion while supporting client retention and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications from the National Bookkeeping Association, or the ability to obtain them.
• 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and GAAP & procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply complete instructions, policies and regulations.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling information.
• 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 prepare tax statements.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, vendors and banking contacts.
• Assist in client retention and growth opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organization and time management

Attention to detail

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in the United States to manage bookkeeping, payroll and client service for our franchise office. You’ll post financial transactions, balance accounts and generate financial statements as part of delivering trusted tax support.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of GAAP, and an ability to handle confidential information with discretion while supporting client retention and growth opportunities.