Experienced Bookkeeper - Payroll, Tax Prep & Client Support

H&R Block; Rosiclare (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block in Rosiclare, IL is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to handle day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You will post financial transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements and support tax statements for clients.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma, may have national bookkeeping certifications, 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience and is proficient with Xero. Excellent organization and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications or ability to obtain them.
• 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and generally accepted accounting principles & procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply instructions, policies and regulations.

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

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

H&R Block in Rosiclare, IL is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to handle day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You will post financial transactions, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements and support tax statements for clients.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma, may have national bookkeeping certifications, 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience and is proficient with Xero. Excellent organization and confidentiality are essential.