Experienced Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist

H&R Block, Inc.; Walnut Ridge (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block in Arkansas is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and client service as part of our brand promise to help communities.

You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate statements, process payroll, and handle tax forms while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

This role requires 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience and certification readiness; we value attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications from the National Bookkeeping Association, or the ability to obtain certifications.
• 1-3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and GAAP.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and regulations.
• Ability to treat confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to multi-task 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 statement analysis

Client communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block in Arkansas is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver accurate bookkeeping, payroll, and client service as part of our brand promise to help communities.

You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, generate statements, process payroll, and handle tax forms while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

This role requires 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience and certification readiness; we value attention to detail and strong organizational skills.