To be a bookkeeper, you need to be well organized, careful and thorough. When dealing with large sums of money, you cannot afford to misplace or lose documents. Files need to be maintained and the work must be done on time. Employers look for reliable and punctual individuals for this job since there is an ongoing and steady amount of work, that the employers depend on you to perform well. Unnecessary and frequent absences from work disrupt the work flow and cause problems for other employees.
Many bookkeepers handle cash.
It is important that you are a person of integrity and honesty. For this reason, businesses such as large grocery stores often hire only people who have worked for them as cashiers. You also have to maintain a professional appearance.