Franchise Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist

H&R Block, Inc.; Stockbridge (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, prepare payroll, and support tax documentation for clients.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of GAAP, and strong attention to detail. This role emphasizes confidentiality, analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a client-facing environment.

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 principles and GAAP procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply instructions, policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong analytical, organizational and time-management skills.

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 prepare tax statements.
• Communicate with clients, suppliers, vendors and banking contacts.
• Assist in client retention and growth opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Multi-tasking

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

National bookkeeping and payroll certifications

Tools

Xero

Job description

H&R Block, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to deliver bookkeeping, payroll and client service. You will post transactions, reconcile accounts, prepare payroll, and support tax documentation for clients.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of bookkeeping experience, knowledge of GAAP, and strong attention to detail. This role emphasizes confidentiality, analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a client-facing environment.