Bookkeeper Resume Example made with Resume Star

Small businesses hire bookkeepers they can trust with their money and their deadlines. Show the software you use, the tasks you own from start to finish, and how accurate and on time your work is.

Tips for a bookkeeper resume

  • Name your software. QuickBooks Online or Desktop, Xero, Sage, Excel, and any payroll system such as ADP or Gusto.
  • List what you own. Accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll, sales tax and month-end close.
  • Show accuracy and scale. Number of accounts or clients, transactions per month, and errors caught or money recovered.
  • Add certifications. Certified Bookkeeper (AIPB), QuickBooks ProAdvisor or coursework in accounting.
  • Mention confidentiality. Employers want to know you handle financial and payroll data carefully.

Jane Doe

789 Ledger Lane, New York, NY 10001

jane.doe@email.com  •  (212)-555-9876

Summary

Detail-oriented and certified Bookkeeper with 4+ years of experience in managing full-cycle accounting for small to mid-sized businesses. Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. Seeking to apply my skills in a challenging new role.

Core Competencies

  • Accounts Payable & Receivable, Bank Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Payroll Processing, General Ledger Management, QuickBooks Pro, Microsoft Excel (Advanced), GAAP.

Professional Experience

Full-Charge Bookkeeper
Jul 2022 - Present

NYC Creative Solutions, New York, NY
  • Managed all aspects of bookkeeping, including A/P, A/R, payroll, and financial reporting.
  • Reconciled bank and credit card statements monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Prepared and analyzed monthly financial statements for management review.
  • Processed bi-weekly payroll for 25 employees.

Education & Certifications

Certified Bookkeeper (CB)
Issued 2022

American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB)

Associate of Science in Accounting
Graduated 2021

Borough of Manhattan Community College, New York, NY

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