Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist - Xero Pro

H&R Block, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver precise bookkeeping, payroll, and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, process payroll, and prepare tax statements while supporting client retention and growth efforts.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills as you work with clients and banking contacts to maintain clean ledgers and reliable financial statements.

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

Financial reconciliation

Financial statements

Client communication

Tax forms (1099/W2)

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

High school diploma

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver precise bookkeeping, payroll, and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, process payroll, and prepare tax statements while supporting client retention and growth efforts.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills as you work with clients and banking contacts to maintain clean ledgers and reliable financial statements.