Bookkeeper

Job Description

Bookkeeper – Franchise Location | H&R Block

The Tone:
This is an experienced Bookkeeper role at an independently owned and operated H&R Block franchise location. You will be instrumental in upholding the company’s legacy as a leader in the tax industry, contributing to its continuous evolution through a blend of human expertise and digital innovation. The core of this position is to deliver exceptional bookkeeping, payroll, and customer service, directly fulfilling the brand’s purpose to provide help and inspire confidence in clients and communities everywhere. Joining this team means becoming part of a High Performing, Connected Culture built on strong relationships, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact, where your well-being is supported.

The TL;DR
• Role: Mid-Level
• Location: Franchise Location
• Pay: $15–$20 hourly
• Mission: Deliver exceptional bookkeeping and payroll services to support clients and communities.
• Tech Stack: Xero accounting software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Transaction Management: Post financial transactions accurately into subsidiary books and general ledgers.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile and balance various financial accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Financial Reporting: Generate and analyze comprehensive financial statements for clients.
• Payroll & Tax Processing: Prepare and process payroll, including generating 1099s, W2s, and calculating necessary tax statements.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate professionally with clients, client suppliers, vendors, and banking contacts.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Mid-Level career professional requiring a high school diploma or equivalent, along with national bookkeeping and payroll certifications from the National Bookkeeping Association, or demonstrating the capability to successfully obtain these certifications shortly after hiring. Candidates must possess a strong foundational knowledge of core bookkeeping practices and generally accepted accounting principles & procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy in all financial operations.
• Experience: A minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience, demonstrating a solid understanding of financial processes and account management.
• Skills:
• Proven ability to correctly interpret and diligently apply complex instructions, company policies, and relevant financial regulations.
• An unwavering commitment to treating all confidential client and company information with the highest degree of professionalism and discretion.
• Exceptional analytical skills coupled with a meticulous eye for details, ensuring accuracy in all financial entries and reports.
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities, enabling effective multi-tasking and efficient independent work to meet deadlines.
• Bonus: Prior practical experience with Xero accounting software, which will be a significant advantage in this role.