Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist (Xero Pro)

H&R Block, Inc.; Knoxville (IA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and handle payroll processing for clients in a dynamic office setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of bookkeeping, exposure to GAAP, and proficiency with Xero; certifications are preferred or attainable through the National Bookkeeping Association.

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

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Customer service

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and handle payroll processing for clients in a dynamic office setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of bookkeeping, exposure to GAAP, and proficiency with Xero; certifications are preferred or attainable through the National Bookkeeping Association.