Bookkeeper: Payroll, Tax Prep & Client Support

H&R Block, Inc.; Bellefonte (Centre County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Support for life both in and outside‑4

Job summary

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You’ll enter transactions, reconcile ledgers, prepare payroll and tax documents, and communicate with clients and vendors to support retention and growth.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a community-focused culture.

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 interpret and apply complete instructions, policies and regulations.
• Ability to treat confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• 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

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Independent worker

Education

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications from the National Bookkeeping Association

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

H&R Block is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You’ll enter transactions, reconcile ledgers, prepare payroll and tax documents, and communicate with clients and vendors to support retention and growth.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a community-focused culture.