28,100 Bookkeeping Jobs (August 2026) - Apply with AI
Bookkeeping jobs in August 2026 often cover day-to-day financial records, account reconciliation, invoicing, payroll support, and month-end close work across remote, hybrid, and on-site settings. Candidates can expect openings that range from entry-level bookkeeping assistant roles to experienced bookkeeper and full-charge bookkeeper positions. Create an account to explore the full job feed and auto-apply with LiftmyCV AI Agent.
Bookkeeper / Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Specialist
RemoteWe are seeking a detail-oriented and accountable Bookkeeper / AP AR Specialist to manage day-to-day transactional accounting operations. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing vendor payables, managing customer receivables, and ensuring that sales and purchase orders align perfectly with distribution and billing. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations, project management, and leadership to ensure billing accuracy, cost visibility, and strong financial controls in a fast-paced, services and distribution-based environment. Responsibilities Financial Accuracy: Maintain timely financial records in QuickBooks Online, ensuring all expenses, payroll, and payments are allocated to the correct accounts and projects. Accounts Payable (AP): Process vendor bills, monitor spending for discrepancies, and reconcile vendor statements to ensure timely and accurate payments. Accounts Receivable (AR) Billing: Manage customer invoicing for recurring agreements, project milestones, and Time Material (T M) billing. Audit Reconciliation: Perform regular bank, credit card, and payroll reconciliations. Create custom Excel workbooks for financial tracking and reporting. Operational Support: Assist with the creation and maintenance of Sales Orders and Purchase Orders, ensuring alignment between vendor invoices and distribution records. Payroll Support: Assist with payroll reconciliation, ensuring benefits, taxes, and withholdings are accurately recorded in QuickBooks Online. Internal Controls: Follow established financial processes and proactively escalate risks or process breakdowns that could impact cash flow.
Posted 4 days ago
Bookkeeper / Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Specialist (WFH)
RemoteWe are seeking a detail-oriented and accountable Bookkeeper / AP AR Specialist to manage day-to-day transactional accounting operations. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing vendor payables, managing customer receivables, and ensuring that sales and purchase orders align perfectly with distribution and billing. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations, project management, and leadership to ensure billing accuracy, cost visibility, and strong financial controls in a fast-paced, services and distribution-based environment. Responsibilities Financial Accuracy: Maintain timely financial records in QuickBooks Online, ensuring all expenses, payroll, and payments are allocated to the correct accounts and projects. Accounts Payable (AP): Process vendor bills, monitor spending for discrepancies, and reconcile vendor statements to ensure timely and accurate payments. Accounts Receivable (AR) Billing: Manage customer invoicing for recurring agreements, project milestones, and Time Material (T M) billing. Audit Reconciliation: Perform regular bank, credit card, and payroll reconciliations. Create custom Excel workbooks for financial tracking and reporting. Operational Support: Assist with the creation and maintenance of Sales Orders and Purchase Orders, ensuring alignment between vendor invoices and distribution records. Payroll Support: Assist with payroll reconciliation, ensuring benefits, taxes, and withholdings are accurately recorded in QuickBooks Online. Internal Controls: Follow established financial processes and proactively escalate risks or process breakdowns that could impact cash flow.
Posted 4 days ago
Full-Charge Bookkeeper / Payroll Specialist
On-siteCertified Public Accountant – Bookkeeping Accounting Support Location : Fully remote (open to candidates outside the U.S.) | Employment Type: Full-time Position Summary Seeking a Certified Public Accountant with a strong bookkeeping background to support the day-to-day accounting operations of our small and medium-sized business clients. This role owns core bookkeeping functions — reconciliations, payroll support, accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and month-end close — for a portfolio of clients, working remotely and collaborating daily in English with a U.S.-based team. Key Responsibilities • Manage daily bookkeeping operations for a portfolio of small and medium-sized business clients. • Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies. • Support payroll processing, including reviewing entries for accuracy and timeliness. • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoicing, bill pay, and collections follow-up. • Prepare and review financial reports (P L, balance sheet, cash flow) for client and internal review. • Oversee month-end close for assigned clients, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. • Maintain accurate, audit-ready records across QuickBooks Online and other client accounting systems. • Flag discrepancies, unusual transactions, or process gaps to management proactively. • Communicate directly with U.S.-based team members and, as needed, clients, in English. Required Qualifications • Extensive hands-on experience supporting bookkeeping operations for small and medium-sized businesses. • Strong command of bookkeeping fundamentals: bank reconciliations, payroll support, AP/AR, and financial reporting. • Proficiency with QuickBooks Online; ability to learn new accounting platforms quickly. • Prior experience working remotely for a U.S.-based company. • Professional written and verbal English communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting multiple clients simultaneously in an outsourced or multi-client accounting environment. • Familiarity with U.S. GAAP as applied to small-business financial reporting. Work Environment This is a fully remote position. Standard working hours overlap with U.S. business hours to support daily collaboration with the team and, where applicable, client calls.
Posted 6 days ago
Junior Bookkeeping Assistant
RemoteValatam is seeking a bilingual Junior Bookkeeping Assistant for a fully remote role. Ideal candidates are organized and detail-oriented professionals from Latin America, responsible for financial spreadsheet updates, reconciliations, cost analyses, payroll support, and invoicing tasks. Join a certified Great Place to Work and contribute to our mission of connecting professionals with global clients.
Posted 2 weeks ago
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Clerk
On-sitePerry Construction Group, Inc., a fourth-generation construction firm located in Erie, PA, is looking for an organized Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Clerk. The ideal candidate will ensure financial operations are accurate and audit-ready across multiple job sites, handling vendor invoices, customer billing, and compliance documentation with a focus on precision. This stable environment values clear communication and ownership, making it perfect for reliable individuals committed to success.
Posted 3 weeks ago
Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper
RemoteRythm Health is a rapidly growing lab, specializing in at-home testing solutions. The Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper will manage the company’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy and organization in bookkeeping and accounting processes. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and capable of handling various accounting responsibilities while supporting the broader finance team. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable/receivable, month-end close, reconciliations, and payroll accounting. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on meaningful impact and career development.
Posted 1 week ago
Accountant - Bookkeeper (Remote)
RemoteHireHawk is looking for a remote Accountant / Bookkeeper to support a flooring retail and home improvement business. This full-time role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records and managing bookkeeping operations. The ideal candidate will be experienced in QuickBooks, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting. If you enjoy details and have a background in inventory-based businesses, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on financial visibility and operational discipline.
Posted 4 weeks ago
Virtual Assistant: Accounting / Bookkeeping Support
RemoteFull-Time Virtual Assistant: Accounting / Bookkeeping Support Client Industry: Varies (Service-Based Businesses, Agencies, Property Management, E-commerce, Professional Services, and more) Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week) Work Setup: Remote Timezone: North America (varies by client) Salary: 60KPHP/Monthly Role Summary We are building a pool of highly capable Accounting / Bookkeeping Support Virtual Assistants to assist businesses with financial organization, bookkeeping execution, and day-to-day accounting support tasks. This role is focused on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting bookkeeping processes, and ensuring financial data is properly recorded and organized within client systems. You will work closely with business owners, finance teams, or external accountants to support the operational side of financial management. While specific tools, workflows, and accounting systems may vary depending on the client you are assigned to, your core responsibility will always revolve around accurate financial data management and bookkeeping support. Key Responsibilities Financial Record Keeping Data Entry Record and organize financial transactions in accounting systems or spreadsheets Ensure all entries are accurate, complete, and properly categorized Maintain up-to-date financial records across assigned systems Support consistent data hygiene and organization of financial information Accounts Payable Support Assist in processing and tracking invoices and vendor payments Ensure bills and expenses are properly logged and documented Coordinate payment schedules based on client instructions Maintain records of outstanding payables Accounts Receivable Support Track incoming payments and customer invoices Update records on payment status and outstanding balances Assist in sending payment reminders based on client workflows Ensure accurate reconciliation of incoming funds Bank Transaction Reconciliation Support Assist in matching transactions with bank statements and records Identify and flag discrepancies for review Support routine reconciliation processes under guidance Maintain accuracy in financial reporting inputs Financial Documentation Organization Organize receipts, invoices, and financial documents Maintain structured filing systems for financial records Ensure documentation is accessible and properly categorized Support audit-ready organization of financial data Reporting Support Assist in preparing basic financial summaries or reports Support data compilation for accountants or finance leads Help maintain tracking sheets and financial dashboards Ensure reporting inputs are accurate and updated Scope Flexibility (Important) This is a pooled role. While the core responsibilities above remain consistent, specific tools, accounting systems, and workflows may vary depending on the client you are assigned to. You may be placed in roles supporting: Service-based businesses managing recurring revenue and expenses E-commerce businesses with high transaction volume Property management companies handling multiple accounts Agencies or consulting firms with project-based billing structures Candidates who demonstrate strong performance may be considered for more advanced finance support or operations roles over time. Once matched, you will be onboarded into a specific client environment with a clearly defined financial workflow, tools, and reporting structure. Depending on client requirements and role allocation, some placements may operate on reduced or adjusted weekly hours. Final workload and schedule will be confirmed during client matching and onboarding. Standards Required Skills Experience Experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, or financial admin roles Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy Familiarity with basic accounting principles (debits, credits, categorization) Experience working with financial systems or spreadsheets High level of integrity and discretion with financial data Ability to follow structured processes precisely Tech Stack Familiarity (Preferred) Accounting Software (QuickBooks, Xero, Wave, or similar) Spreadsheet Tools (Google Sheets, Excel) Expense Tracking Tools or systems Project Management Tools (Asana, ClickUp, Trello, Notion) Basic CRM or invoicing tools is a plus Work Ethic Extremely detail-oriented and accuracy-focused Highly reliable with consistent execution Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality Organized and structured in approach to work Comfortable working with repetitive, precision-based tasks Client-Specific Requirements Each client may have specific accounting tools, financial processes, and reporting structures. We carefully match candidates based on their experience and strengths and will align with you prior to any client endorsement to ensure a strong fit.
Posted 6 days ago
Real Estate Bookkeeper
RemoteLauLau is looking for an experienced Real Estate Bookkeeper to manage comprehensive financial record-keeping for a US real estate business. The ideal candidate will handle property accounting, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting. Key qualifications include over seven years of bookkeeping experience specific to US real estate, expertise in QuickBooks Online, and solid communication skills. This remote position requires a reliable home office and strong availability during US business hours.
Posted 4 weeks ago
Full Charge Bookkeeper
On-siteThe Full Charge Bookkeeper role involves handling a range of bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities, including payroll processing, financial record keeping, and managing rental accounts. The ideal candidate should possess advanced QuickBooks online experience, demonstrate professionalism in diverse communications, and exhibit strong organizational skills. Experience in the nonprofit sector is advantageous. This position is critical in supporting our farmers by ensuring timely and accurate financial operations.
Posted 1 week ago
Bookkeeper & Accounting Assistant
RemoteJoin Outsourcing Staffing Advantage, a boutique BPO firm, as a Bookkeeper & Accounting Assistant. In this remote role, you will support clients with daily financial operations, maintain accurate records, reconcile accounts, and assist with financial reporting. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and organized, contributing to the integrity of financial data and compliance with company standards.
Posted 3 weeks ago
Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Specialist
RemoteJoin the HireLago Talent Marketplace and explore full-time and part-time remote opportunities as an Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Specialist. As a vital part of our finance team, you will manage transactions, ensuring timely revenue collection and accurate payments. Become a HireLago Certified Professional and connect with trusted employers worldwide.
Posted 3 weeks ago
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Learn more →Bookkeeping Salary Data (August 2026)
Review salary details for bookkeeping jobs across 28,100+ active postings, including roles focused on accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, reconciliations, and general ledger work.
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Based on 28,100 roles currently tracked by LiftmyCV. Last updated on Aug 3, 2026
Salary Distribution
Based on 28,100 roles currently tracked by LiftmyCV. Last updated on Aug 3, 2026
| Experience Level | 25th Percentile | Median (50th) | 75th Percentile | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | $41,318.38 | $54,560 | $66,125 | 28,100 |
| Entry-Level | $32,930 | $43,160 | $47,875 | 18 |
| Mid-Level | $49,500 | $57,500 | $67,500 | 41 |
| Senior-Level | $35,520 | $62,532.5 | $81,300 | 11 |
"Bookkeeping hiring in 2026 tends to reward accuracy, trust, and tool fluency more than broad finance language. Employers usually want people who can keep clean ledgers, reconcile accounts, handle month-end routines, and work confidently in systems like QuickBooks, Xero, Excel, or payroll platforms. For entry-level bookkeeping jobs, clean fundamentals matter. For senior bookkeeper or full-charge roles, the bar shifts toward judgment, ownership, and fewer handoffs."
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How to Land a Bookkeeping Role in 2026
Bookkeeping jobs in 2026 usually reward candidates who can show clean transaction handling, reliable month-end support, and comfort with accounting software. A good application should make it clear whether your lane is small business bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, payroll support, bank reconciliations, or full-charge bookkeeping. Those are not the same job, and employers often screen for the exact bookkeeping duties they need covered.
For small business bookkeeping roles, emphasize daily categorization, invoice tracking, vendor payments, customer receipts, and owner-ready reports. For AP or AR-heavy bookkeeping jobs, focus on payment runs, aging reports, collections follow-up, purchase orders, billing accuracy, and reconciliation work. If payroll appears in the job description, call out payroll cycles, timecard review, wage adjustments, benefit deductions, and compliance-sensitive recordkeeping without overstating tax authority you have not held.
- Name the systems you have used. QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, Sage, Excel, Google Sheets, Bill.com, Gusto, ADP, and similar tools should be tied to actual bookkeeping tasks, not listed as a loose software stack.
- Show your close process. Mention bank and credit card reconciliations, journal entry support, accruals, prepaid expenses, chart of accounts cleanup, and monthly reporting packages when those match your background.
- Be clear about scope. A part-time nonprofit bookkeeper, a construction bookkeeper, an ecommerce bookkeeper, and a full-charge bookkeeper handle different records, approvals, and reporting rhythms.
- Search by responsibility, not only title. Look for bookkeeping jobs under bookkeeper, accounting clerk, accounting assistant, AP specialist, AR specialist, payroll bookkeeper, and full-charge bookkeeper.
Applications tend to work better when they mirror the employer’s books: transaction volume, industry, software, reporting cadence, and whether the role is remote, hybrid, or on-site. LiftmyCV helps you find bookkeeping jobs that match your skills, experience, and preferred work style, then auto-apply to relevant roles faster.
Required Skills
Resume Tips
For bookkeeping jobs, your resume should prove accuracy, consistency, and comfort with financial records. Lead with experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll support, month-end close, invoicing, expense categorization, and financial reporting. Name the tools you’ve used, such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, FreshBooks, NetSuite, Excel, Google Sheets, Bill.com, Gusto, ADP, or Stripe, instead of writing only “accounting software.”
Include certifications or coursework that fit bookkeeping work, such as QuickBooks ProAdvisor, NACPB, AIPB, bookkeeping certificates, payroll training, or accounting classes completed in 2026. Cut vague office administration duties unless they connect directly to invoices, ledgers, vendor payments, customer billing, collections, receipts, or reconciliation work.
Present each bookkeeping bullet with the account type, transaction volume, tool, and result where you can. Weak bullet: “Handled bookkeeping and helped with reports.” Strong bullet: “Reconciled 12 operating and credit card accounts in QuickBooks Online each month, corrected coding errors, and prepared clean reports for the accountant before close.”
If your background includes small business, nonprofit, ecommerce, construction, or property bookkeeping, say so. Those details help employers understand the chart of accounts, sales tax, deposits, job costing, or vendor workflows you already know.
LiftmyCV helps you create an ATS-friendly bookkeeping resume tailored to each job, so your skills and experience better match what employers are looking for.
How to Prepare for Interviews
Bookkeeping interviews usually test accuracy, judgment, and comfort with financial records. Prepare examples that show how you handled bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close tasks, payroll support, or cleanup work in QuickBooks, Xero, Excel, or Google Sheets.
Expect practical questions rather than abstract prompts. A common format is a bookkeeping assessment where you categorize sample transactions, find an error in a trial balance, reconcile a bank statement, or explain how you would investigate an unmatched payment. You may also be asked, “Walk me through how you close the books for a small business at month end.”
Before interviews in 2026, review the chart of accounts, accrual versus cash accounting, sales tax basics, invoice workflows, and common reconciliation issues. Bring specific stories with numbers where possible, such as reducing overdue invoices, catching duplicate vendor payments, or cleaning up several months of uncategorized transactions. Be ready to explain how you protect confidentiality and document changes when financial records need correction.

