Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist — Xero Expert

H&R Block; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block in Newberg, OR is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and exceptional client service. You’ll post financial transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and help clients stay in compliance.

Proficiency with Xero is preferred, and you’ll prepare 1099s and W-2s, handle payroll processing, and support client retention and growth while maintaining confidentiality and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications, or ability to obtain.
• 1-3 years bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and GAAP.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organization.

Responsibilities

• Post financial transactions into subsidiary books and ledgers.
• Reconcile and balance accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Generate and analyze financial statements.
• Prepare and process payroll for clients.
• Generate 1099s and W2s and prepare tax statements.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, vendors, and banking contacts.
• Assist in client retention and growth opportunities.

Skills

Posting transactions

Reconciliation

Financial reporting

Payroll processing

Tax statements

Client communication

Business development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bookkeeping certification

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block in Newberg, OR is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and exceptional client service. You’ll post financial transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and help clients stay in compliance.

Proficiency with Xero is preferred, and you’ll prepare 1099s and W-2s, handle payroll processing, and support client retention and growth while maintaining confidentiality and strong attention to detail.