Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers.

$49,210
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
-6% projected 2024โ€“2034
Some college, no degree
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks maintain the financial heartbeat of organizations by recording and organizing monetary transactions. Throughout their workday, they process invoices, update ledgers, reconcile bank statements, and verify that numbers align across various accounts. They enter financial data into computer systems, match purchase orders with received goods, and track expenses against budgets. These clerks often handle accounts payable and receivable, ensuring vendors get paid on time and customers' payments are properly credited.

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