Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist (Xero Pro)

H&R Block, Inc.; Saint James (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Support for life

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to handle bookkeeping, payroll, and client service. The role supports our mission to provide help and inspire confidence in communities.

You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and assist with payroll and tax forms. Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of GAAP, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified in bookkeeping and payroll or able to obtain certifications.
• 1-3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and bookkeeping procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and regulations.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Analytical and detail-oriented.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Post financial transactions into subsidiary books and 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

Bookkeeping

Payroll

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to handle bookkeeping, payroll, and client service. The role supports our mission to provide help and inspire confidence in communities.

You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and assist with payroll and tax forms. Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of GAAP, and strong organizational skills.