Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks does

These clerks maintain detailed financial records by recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing reports for accountants and auditors. They use specialized software to track expenses, income, and financial data.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.

Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Customer Service Representatives — $44,770/yr
• Office Clerks, General — $45,010/yr
• Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive — $47,540/yr
• First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers — $69,500/yr
• Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants — $45,930/yr