The Bookkeeping program offers students the training and background needed to perform bookkeeping functions in both large and small offices. Graduates of this program will be able to seek employment as general bookkeepers, analyzing, recording, and completing other work necessary to keep a complete set of books for a small business. They will also be able to assist with the bookkeeping and accounting functions of a large business, industrial firm, or agency. Bookkeeping job openings in Idaho will be numerous even though employment of bookkeepers will grow about as fast as the average for all occupations.
Most positions require knowledge of computer operations.
Entry-level opportunities should be best with large firms that hire bookkeeping clerks who work under the supervision of a head bookkeeper. Setting Bookkeepers usually work in offices using printing calculators and computers. A normal workweek is 35-40 hours, Monday through Friday. Most bookkeeping jobs require sitting and concentrating for long periods of time. In small offices bookkeepers usually work alone.