A bookkeeper is a service professional who helps business owners and companies keep track of the money they earn and spend. They are responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and daily financial entries and reconciliations. Some of the common duties and responsibilities of a bookkeeper include:

• Completing data entry, collecting transactions, tracking debits, and maintaining and monitoring financial records.
• Paying invoices, completing payroll, filing tax returns, and maintaining office supplies.
• Generating invoices, collecting debts, and making payments.
• Preparing financial reports and trial balances for perusal by accountants.
• Establishing different accounts and maintaining records of financial transactions by posting and verifying.
• Assisting with basic HR duties like new hire documents, compliance, and temporary disability insurance and workers’ compensation filings.

A good bookkeeper is detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in bookkeeping software. They also take initiative, prioritize, and can regularly meet deadlines. It is important to note that bookkeepers and accountants have different job duties and responsibilities, although they are similar.