Bookkeeper Jobs in Tucson, AZ
Bookkeeper jobs in Tucson are concentrated across healthcare, government contracting, real estate, and retail, with demand strongest in the University District, Midtown, and the Foothills business corridor. Employers hiring right now include GAP Ministries, Nova Home Loans, and Skyline Country Club. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Open roles105+
Top employerGAP Ministries
Work type66% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED
Companies hiring6
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Accounting Clerk I
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GAP Ministries
Accounting Clerk I
Tucson, Arizona
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Adjunct Faculty - Accounting
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Pima Community College
Adjunct Faculty - Accounting
Tucson, Arizona
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Bookkeeper
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Restoration 1 of Tucson
Bookkeeper
Tucson, Arizona
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General Ledger Accountant
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Academies of Math and Science
General Ledger Accountant
Tucson, Arizona
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Accounting Assistant
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Skyline Country Club
Accounting Assistant
Tucson, Arizona
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Accounting Clerk I
GAP Ministries·Tucson, Arizona
Job functions:
$16 - $26/hr
High school diploma or GED
51-200 employees
Job Description
POSITION: Accounting Clerk I
STATUS: FT / Hourly / Exempt from Overtime
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Finance
HOURS WORKED: Business days
REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
PAY: $16.00 - $26.00 per hour (DOEE)
SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION: Yes
LAST UPDATED: 07/29/2026
JOB SUMMARY: Maintains accounts payable and other account funding as assigned.
MISSION AND SERVICE:
- Live out and support the mission and core values of GAP Ministries in your daily work, reflecting compassion, purpose, and service to others.
- Serve as a positive example of GAP’s culture by practicing servant leadership, communicating with care, showing respect, taking
responsibility, acting with integrity, working as a team, and maintaining a hopeful, encouraging attitude.
- Honor GAP Ministries’ code of conduct and ethics and faithfully protect the privacy and confidentiality of those we serve in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform all functions with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assist office on financial paperwork reports.
- Check and approve all invoices for payment.
- Prepare invoice deduction notices as necessary.
- Answer vendor inquiries.
- Analyze vendor accounts and negotiate extended terms with vendors.
- Prepare accounts payable checks.
- Compile accounts payable reports.
- Maintain all accounts payable and account receivables files.
- Prepare analysis of accounts.
- Assist in monthly closings.
- Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain related documentation.
- Assist with special projects, as necessary.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions as requested or plan with Financial Manager to be excused.
- Personally grow in leadership and spiritual life as outlined on current annual review.
- Represent GAP to the public in a positive, professional, and responsible manner.
- Follow agency chain of command in a responsible and supportive manner. Be able to accept constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
- Comply with GAP Ministries and state confidentiality policy. Follow all parts of state contracts, Article 74, etc. for position.
- Perform other appropriate tasks as assigned by management.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate’s Degree, or high school diploma and 2 years bookkeeping or related experience.
- Be physically fit to perform job duties. Be emotionally able to display warmth and able to enjoy and be comfortable with active, often aggressive and disorganized children in an intimate, group living situation.
- Have personal attitude, conduct and standards representing those qualities and values reflected in the ministry that children can respect and emulate.
- Have the ability to stay calm in tense situations and utilize common sense and logic.
- Have a current drivers license and meet the insurability requirements of GAP Ministries.
- Have computer skills as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate proven ability to effectively function in a multi-faceted agency in a teamwork manner.
- Be able to respect and work cooperatively with a variety of persons, including coworkers, representatives of social service agencies, the public, volunteers, and parents of the children.
- Be organized and able to work on multiple projects.
- Positive attitude reflecting an approach style of bringing solutions not problems to the team.
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and consistently exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Successfully pass pre-employment and random drug screenings. This is a safety-sensitive position and GAP Ministries is an alcohol and drug-free (including marijuana) workplace and requires random drug screening to all employees to ensure enforcement of this policy.
- Successfully pass FBI fingerprint clearance and criminal history checks through the Departments of Public Safety and Economic Security, and independent background check.
- Three personal reference checks of those listed on application as well as one business reference and employment verification of last 2 years of employment.
- Successfully pass pre-employment and random drug screenings. This is a safety-sensitive position and GAP Ministries is an alcohol and drug-free (including marijuana) workplace and requires random drug screening to all employees to ensure enforcement of this policy.
- Obtain medical release/permission to fulfill all physical tasks should any health issue develop or emerge during employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
NOTE:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
GAP Ministries
Accounting Clerk I
Tucson, Arizona
Added 2d ago51-200 employees
Job functions:
$16 - $26/hr
High school diploma or GED
Job Description
POSITION: Accounting Clerk I
STATUS: FT / Hourly / Exempt from Overtime
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Finance
HOURS WORKED: Business days
REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
PAY: $16.00 - $26.00 per hour (DOEE)
SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION: Yes
LAST UPDATED: 07/29/2026
JOB SUMMARY: Maintains accounts payable and other account funding as assigned.
MISSION AND SERVICE:
- Live out and support the mission and core values of GAP Ministries in your daily work, reflecting compassion, purpose, and service to others.
- Serve as a positive example of GAP’s culture by practicing servant leadership, communicating with care, showing respect, taking
responsibility, acting with integrity, working as a team, and maintaining a hopeful, encouraging attitude.
- Honor GAP Ministries’ code of conduct and ethics and faithfully protect the privacy and confidentiality of those we serve in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform all functions with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assist office on financial paperwork reports.
- Check and approve all invoices for payment.
- Prepare invoice deduction notices as necessary.
- Answer vendor inquiries.
- Analyze vendor accounts and negotiate extended terms with vendors.
- Prepare accounts payable checks.
- Compile accounts payable reports.
- Maintain all accounts payable and account receivables files.
- Prepare analysis of accounts.
- Assist in monthly closings.
- Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain related documentation.
- Assist with special projects, as necessary.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions as requested or plan with Financial Manager to be excused.
- Personally grow in leadership and spiritual life as outlined on current annual review.
- Represent GAP to the public in a positive, professional, and responsible manner.
- Follow agency chain of command in a responsible and supportive manner. Be able to accept constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
- Comply with GAP Ministries and state confidentiality policy. Follow all parts of state contracts, Article 74, etc. for position.
- Perform other appropriate tasks as assigned by management.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate’s Degree, or high school diploma and 2 years bookkeeping or related experience.
- Be physically fit to perform job duties. Be emotionally able to display warmth and able to enjoy and be comfortable with active, often aggressive and disorganized children in an intimate, group living situation.
- Have personal attitude, conduct and standards representing those qualities and values reflected in the ministry that children can respect and emulate.
- Have the ability to stay calm in tense situations and utilize common sense and logic.
- Have a current drivers license and meet the insurability requirements of GAP Ministries.
- Have computer skills as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate proven ability to effectively function in a multi-faceted agency in a teamwork manner.
- Be able to respect and work cooperatively with a variety of persons, including coworkers, representatives of social service agencies, the public, volunteers, and parents of the children.
- Be organized and able to work on multiple projects.
- Positive attitude reflecting an approach style of bringing solutions not problems to the team.
- Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and consistently exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Successfully pass pre-employment and random drug screenings. This is a safety-sensitive position and GAP Ministries is an alcohol and drug-free (including marijuana) workplace and requires random drug screening to all employees to ensure enforcement of this policy.
- Successfully pass FBI fingerprint clearance and criminal history checks through the Departments of Public Safety and Economic Security, and independent background check.
- Three personal reference checks of those listed on application as well as one business reference and employment verification of last 2 years of employment.
- Successfully pass pre-employment and random drug screenings. This is a safety-sensitive position and GAP Ministries is an alcohol and drug-free (including marijuana) workplace and requires random drug screening to all employees to ensure enforcement of this policy.
- Obtain medical release/permission to fulfill all physical tasks should any health issue develop or emerge during employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
NOTE:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
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- GAP Ministries18
- Nova Home Loans18
- Skyline Country Club18S
- Pima Community College18
- Restoration 1 of Tucson18
Bookkeeper Jobs in Tucson: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a bookkeeper job in Tucson?
The most direct path is targeting Tucson's largest hiring sectors: healthcare networks, University of Arizona-affiliated organizations, government contractors, and locally owned real estate and property management firms. Jobs concentrate in Midtown, the University District, and along the Foothills corridor. Candidates who know QuickBooks, have experience with accounts payable and receivable, and can show clean reconciliation work consistently stand out with Tucson employers.
Which companies hire bookkeepers in Tucson?
Companies currently hiring bookkeepers in Tucson include GAP Ministries, Nova Home Loans, and Skyline Country Club, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tucson's hiring mix tends toward regional healthcare systems, property management companies, and mid-size government contractors rather than large national corporations.
Are there remote bookkeeper jobs in Tucson?
Yes, bookkeeping is one of the more remote-friendly roles in finance since the core work involves software and digital records rather than physical presence. About 34% of bookkeeper openings tied to Tucson are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with full-remote positions most common at technology-adjacent firms and national employers with Tucson offices. On-site work remains the norm at local healthcare practices and property management companies.
How can I get a bookkeeper job in Tucson with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Tucson is targeting accounts payable or accounts receivable clerk roles at property management firms and mid-size healthcare offices, which routinely hire candidates with community college accounting coursework or a bookkeeping certificate from Pima Community College. Demonstrating proficiency in QuickBooks and basic reconciliation gives entry-level candidates a clear edge. Retail and restaurant groups in the Foothills and downtown also hire part-time bookkeeping support that builds toward full-time roles.
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