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Phoenix, Arizona
Most bookkeepers just "record data." As a Tax Professional and QuickBooks Specialist, I do the opposite: I build your books with the tax return in mind. This means no more frantic "cleanup" in March, no missed deductions, and total clarity on your cash flow. How I can help you: -The Deep Cleanup: I specialize in forensic bookkeeping: fixing years of unreconciled accounts, unapplied payments, and "Other Misc. Expense" mysteries. -Full-Cycle Bookkeeping: Routine reconciliations, invoicing, and bill pay so you can focus on running your business. -Payroll & 1099s: Seamless payroll processing and contractor filing to keep you compliant with state and federal laws. -Tax-Ready Financials: Because I prepare business and personal tax returns, I ensure your chart of accounts is optimized for maximum legal tax savings. Why Clients Choose Me: -S-Corp & Partnership Expert: I understand the specific complexities of basis, distributions, and K-1s. -Proactive Strategy: I don’t just tell you what happened last month; I help you plan for the next quarter. -Accuracy Guaranteed: I provide financials you can actually rely on for bank loans, audits, or scaling. Stop stressing over your books and start making data-driven decisions. Message me or book a consult to discuss your cleanup project or ongoing needs. I’m happy to provide a preliminary review of your QuickBooks file to see exactly what’s needed.
- Bookkeeping
- Bank Reconciliation
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Invoicing
- QuickBooks Online
- Financial Accounting
- Journal Entries
- Tax Accounting
- Payroll Accounting
- Tax Preparation
- Taxes
- Tax Planning & Advisory
- Tax Return
- Payroll Reconciliation
- Zoho Platform
- Gusto
- Financial Audit
- Internal Auditing
Fairfax, Virginia
**I am a Quickbooks ProAdvisor and reseller who can offer significant discounts on new Quickbooks Online accounts as well as multi-company discounts on new accounts! Discounts only apply to new Quickbooks accounts. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I am a certified Quickbooks Level 1 and Level 2 ProAdvisor, with experience working for a CPA firm in Northern Virginia. Currently, I am accepting new clients as I grow my business founded in 2022, The Robinson VAST Company, LLC. I am currently assisting over 20 clients, some with multiple Quickbooks companies, in 2025. Occasionally, I accept new clients as time allows. Please message me to find out if we would be the perfect match to work together! Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed and behind with the business side of your business? Are your bookkeeping and/or ongoing business tasks something that you would rather leave to someone else? Do you need more time to focus on the qualities of your business that make it unique, special and successful? If so, I can help! My passion is in supporting small to medium businesses to achieve their goals by providing a high level of professional bookkeeping services. One of my greatest hopes is that my assistance will help business owners free up time and space allowing them to focus on their top priorities. As I gained business and bookkeeping experience, I began to notice an important pattern with the clients that I assisted. In order to focus on the top priorities of their businesses, entrepreneurs and owners desperately needed bookkeeping and admin support just to be able to free up enough time to allow more focus on the work that made their businesses special, unique and most importantly, SUCCESSFUL! If you would like to find out how my assistance could elevate your business, please follow the clear and simple steps outlined below explaining how we can work together. 1. Contact me to set up an interview or free consultation. 2. Explain the pain points of your business and/or the help you are seeking that would provide the assistance to free up more time for you to focus on your core business offerings. 3. I will gather the information from our meeting and create a custom proposal inline with your business necessities and priorities. (No obligation and completely risk-free). 4. If you agree with my proposal and want to move forward in working together, hire me on Upwork. 5. I will get started managing your books right away. I look forward to working with you! Message me and let's chat! *Qualifications: Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration with various accounting classes as part of the curriculum, Quickbooks Level 1 & Level 2 ProAdvisor with Platinum status, and Wave Accounting experience, professional bookkeeper, business specialist with management and leadership experience gained through assisting diverse business types and structures.
- Bookkeeping
- Data Entry
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Sheets
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Google Docs
- Microsoft Office
- Canva
- Google Slides
- Microsoft Word
- Google Workspace
- Mailchimp
- Airtable
Manila, Philippines
I am Top-Rated Certified Quickbooks Online & Desktop | Xero | Wave Accounting | Freshbook | Zoho Books in 6 years have expert knowledge and professional in Bookkeeping Specializing in the field of Accounting, Including any software (Gusto,Excel,Ms Office,Google Docs,Google Sheet,Slack, etc) to Handle all of Financial Details. My work include: -Crypto Bookkeeping -Bookkeeping and Clean-Up -Bookkeeping and Catch up (Categorize, record and reconcile) -Catch up of previous years financial transactions -Payroll Invoicing -Payroll Journal Entries -Managing Real-State Transaction -Managing Loan Transaction -Financial Statements Preparation -Vendors and Customers management -Categorization, Classifications, and Reconciliation of up to 10 years transactions -Ongoing Monthly Bookkeeping Help -Setting Up Chart of Accounts -Record Invoices and Bills in any accounting system
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting Basics
- Accounts Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Chart of Accounts
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Xero
- Financial Accounting
- Zoho Books
- Accounting Principles & Practices
- Financial Reporting
- QuickBooks Online
- Finance & Accounting
- Wave Accounting
Andover, Kansas
Seeking a position where I can use my professional experience with bookkeeping and basic accounting. I am a self motivated, problem solver with experience running the financial operations for a startup company. This includes reconciliation and balancing of receivables, bank and credit card statements, accounts payable, payroll, and proficiency in Quickbooks and Excel.
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Data Entry
- Payroll Accounting
- Tax Return
- Human Resource Management
Rosario, Philippines
👋 Hi there! I’m Sandra, a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with over 7 years of combined experience in corporate accounting and freelance remote bookkeeping. I help business owners keep their books accurate, organized, and ready for reporting using QuickBooks Online, Google Sheets, and Excel. I’m a QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor with hands-on experience supporting international clients across industries such as e-commerce, rental property, consulting, marketing, media, farm businesses, and personal finance management. 💼 Here’s What I Bring to the Table: 📊 Bookkeeping & Reconciliation Transaction categorization, bank and credit card reconciliation, and keeping financial records clean and accurate. 🧹 Catch-Up & Clean-Up Bookkeeping Historical transaction entry, statement review, backlog cleanup, and organizing books for reporting or tax preparation. 💻 QuickBooks Online Support Bank feeds, bills, invoices, payment tracking, payroll-related records, and monthly or quarterly report support. 🧾 Accounts Receivable & Bill Management Invoicing, payment tracking, bills, and accurate recording of transactions in QuickBooks Online. 📈 Financial Reports Helping generate Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reports in QuickBooks Online so business owners can review their financial activity more clearly. ⌨️ Data Entry & Document Management Organizing receipts, invoices, financial documents, spreadsheets, and digital records. ✨ Why You’ll Love Working with Me: ✅ Detail-Oriented & Accurate – I make sure transactions are recorded properly and records are kept clean. ⏱️ Efficient & Independent – I can work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines. 💡 Adaptable & Tech-Savvy – I learn new systems quickly and adjust to your workflow. 📩 Let’s connect! Whether you need ongoing bookkeeping support, catch-up cleanup, reconciliations, financial reporting support, or organized data entry, I’d be happy to help keep your books accurate and up to date.
- Bookkeeping
- Data Entry
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Xero
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Google Sheets
Gilgit, Pakistan
🪸𝙐𝙎 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 & 𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙩 | 𝙌𝙪𝙞𝙘𝙠𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙨, 𝙓𝙚𝙧𝙤, 𝙒𝙖𝙫𝙚, 𝙕𝙤𝙝𝙤 I am a US Accounting & Bookkeeping Expert with 6+ years of professional experience supporting small businesses, startups, e-commerce sellers, real estate professionals, and service-based companies across the United States. My work focuses on full-cycle bookkeeping, monthly accounting, and QuickBooks Online cleanup & catch-up services, helping business owners maintain accurate, compliant, and well-organized financial records. Whether you are behind on your books or need reliable ongoing support, I help you regain control of your finances with clarity and confidence. Core Bookkeeping & Accounting Services QuickBooks Online setup, cleanup, and catch-up Bank, credit card, and PayPal reconciliation Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable management Expense categorization and transaction review Monthly bookkeeping and financial close Financial reporting: Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Multi-business and multi-account bookkeeping Accounting software migration and data cleanup Journal entries and adjusting entries Ongoing monthly bookkeeping support Accounting Software Expertise I work daily with leading cloud-based accounting tools, including: QuickBooks Online (QBO) Xero Accounting Wave Accounting Zoho Books I follow US accounting standards and best practices, with strong attention to detail and accuracy. My approach is organized, transparent, and deadline-driven, ensuring your books are always ready for tax filing, reporting, or business decisions. Industries I Commonly Work With E-commerce businesses Real estate and property management Service-based businesses Startups and small businesses Freelancers and online entrepreneurs Clients value me for my reliability, clear communication, confidentiality, and consistent results. I don’t just maintain books, I help business owners understand their numbers and make smarter financial decisions. If your bookkeeping is messy, behind, or needs a professional reset, I’m ready to help you get everything organized and keep it that way. 📩 Send me a message today to discuss your bookkeeping needs and get started.
- Bookkeeping
- Account Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Chart of Accounts
- Xero
- Tax Preparation
- Financial Statement
- QuickBooks Online
- Zoho Books
- Wave Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounting
- Invoicing
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Cost to hire a Bookkeeper
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Bookkeeper job description template
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Bookkeeper hiring guide
Bookkeepers provide essential support for businesses in every industry, helping manage day-to-day financial transactions and ensure long-term financial health. Whether you're a startup founder or e-commerce business owner, or are managing payroll for a growing team, skilled bookkeepers offer the precision needed to streamline operations, maintain compliance, and improve financial decision-making.
What does a bookkeeper do?
A bookkeeper is a finance professional who records and manages a company's financial transactions, such as invoices, expenses, payroll, and bank reconciliations. Their role is to ensure that financial data is accurate, up to date, and organized for reporting and compliance purposes.
Bookkeepers typically work with small business owners, entrepreneurs, and accounting firms to handle tasks like accounts payable and receivable, cash flow tracking, payroll services, and tax preparation support. They use tools like QuickBooks, Excel, Xero, or Gusto to record transactions, generate financial statements, and support business tax filing.
How to hire bookkeepers on Upwork
Upwork makes it easy to find and connect with bookkeepers from all over the world and of every experience level. And to narrow that talent pool to the person with the right skills and experience for your project, you only have to follow a few simple steps.
Step 1: Craft a targeted job post
Start by creating a clear, detailed job post to attract qualified bookkeepers whose skills match your specific needs. In your post:
Specify what help you need, which may include accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, tax preparation support, or full-service bookkeeping
Specify which accounting software you use, such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, Excel, or Gusto
Outline the engagement type, whether you need ongoing monthly support, a one-time catch-up project, or hourly assistance
To create a tailored job post quickly, try the Job Post Generator powered by Uma, Upwork’s Mindful AI™. Describe what you need in a few sentences, and Uma will craft a job post in seconds. You can also review job post templates for bookkeepers to see how job posts are typically formatted, and what information they tend to include.
Step 2: Filter and evaluate candidates
Once applications come in, review each candidate's qualifications, experience, and client feedback to identify the best fit.
Check credentials. Look for qualifications like Certified Public Bookkeeper (CPB), Certified Bookkeeper (CB), or QuickBooks ProAdvisor status.
Confirm software expertise. Verify hands-on experience with your specific accounting software.
Review relevant experience. Prioritize professionals with experience in your industry or business size.
Check client feedback. Read reviews to gauge reliability, communication skills, and quality of work.
Step 3: Interview your top choices
Quick video interviews can answer any questions you have left for your top choices. In your interviews:
Discuss the need for accuracy and attention to detail, and ask how the person ensures both
Explore their familiarity with your industry, especially if you have stringent regulatory or compliance needs
Cover the software your business currently uses, as well as the software they prefer
Go over logistical details such as timeline, budget, and scope
To help your conversations be more productive, check out interview questions for bookkeepers. You can also read common interview questions for freelancers.
Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work
Before the person you choose can begin work, you’ll need a contract in place. Contracts protect both parties and help collaborations be productive from beginning to end.
Use Upwork’s tools and services for creating and managing contracts, and processing payments
Choose fixed-price contracts for projects with clear deliverables, such as a single end-of-year report
Set milestones to break larger projects into manageable deliverables, such as collating data, compiling reports, and delivery
Choose hourly contracts for ongoing projects, such as monthly reporting or filing
After the contract has started, be sure to give the expert access to the tools and services they need, especially financial data, transactions, and records.
How much does hiring a bookkeeper cost?
The cost to hire a bookkeeper is determined by market demand and project scope, as well as the bookkeeper’s skills and experience. Rates typically range from $11-$25 per hour, though bookkeepers with special skills, or on projects that require expensive software, may charge more. The following chart lists typical price ranges for bookkeeping projects often found on Upwork.
Basic bookkeeping tasks
$200-$500 /project
- Monthly transaction reconciliation
- Basic data entry and cleanup
- Profit and loss reports
Standard monthly bookkeeping
$500-$1,000 /month
- Monthly bookkeeping for multiple accounts
- QuickBooks or Xero setup and integration
- Regular financial reporting
Complex or catch-up projects
$1,000-$3,000 /project
- Year-end financial review and reporting
- Historical catch-up (6-12 months)
- Payroll system integration with tax support
Ongoing bookkeeping retainer
$400-$1,200 /month
- Continuous monthly bookkeeping
- Accounts payable/receivable management
- Monthly financial statement preparation
Bookkeepers with advanced certifications like Certified Public Bookkeeper (CPB) or QuickBooks ProAdvisor status may charge higher rates but often deliver greater accuracy and efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
Is hiring a bookkeeper worth it?
Yes, hiring a professional bookkeeper reduces errors, streamlines financial processes, and frees up time for business owners. From cash flow tracking to tax filing prep, bookkeepers ensure your financial records are accurate and audit-ready.
What types of businesses benefit most from bookkeepers?
Any business lacking internal accounting but with complex bookkeeping needs can benefit, including small and medium-sized businesses, startups, e-commerce sellers, nonprofits, legal offices, and real estate companies.
How long does it take to catch up on backlogged bookkeeping?
Timelines vary by backlog size and transaction complexity. Cleaning up one year of records can take days to several weeks, depending on documentation quality and the number of accounts involved.
What's the difference between a bookkeeper and an accountant?
Bookkeepers handle day-to-day transaction tracking like invoicing and reconciliation. Accountants, especially CPAs, focus on financial reporting, tax planning, and strategic advisory services.
Is a bookkeeper cheaper than an accountant?
Yes. On Upwork, bookkeepers charge $11-$25 per hour on average, while accountants generally charge $30-$100+ per hour. Many businesses use both — a bookkeeper for daily tasks and an accountant for tax filing and strategic advice.
Can I deduct bookkeeper fees as a business expense?
Yes, bookkeeping services are generally tax-deductible. Keep detailed records and receipts so your accountant can include them properly during tax filing.
Do I need a local bookkeeper?
Not necessarily. Many businesses work successfully with remote bookkeepers using cloud-based tools like Gusto, Xero, or QuickBooks Online. Many certified bookkeepers are well-versed in multistate and virtual setups.
How is AI changing the value of bookkeepers?
AI speeds up repetitive tasks like data entry, allowing bookkeepers to spend more time helping business owners understand financial impacts and guide strategic decisions. A 2024 Intuit QuickBooks survey found that 98% of accounting professionals used AI for clients in the preceding 12 months.
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