Bookkeeper Jobs in Arkansas
Bookkeeper jobs in Arkansas are concentrated in retail, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing, with steady demand from entry-level accounts payable clerks through senior full-charge bookkeepers managing multi-entity ledgers. Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Bentonville are the primary hiring markets, anchored by employers like Walmart, Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Baptist Health. Payroll processing, QuickBooks administration, and nonprofit fund accounting are among the most in-demand specialties in the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Staff Accountant - BAXTER HEALTH COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Understands and adheres to Baxter Health standards as they appear in Dynamic Health and Healthstream Policy Manager.
Required to work with the Controller regularly to carryout, initiate and/or implement best practices for the Baxter Health Accounting Department.
Staff Accountant - JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting
Experience: One to five years of accounting experience, experience in performing field audits with CPA firm or working as bookkeeper/accountant for a business establishment is preferred.
Certifications: N/A
Other: Requires excellent organizational and analytical skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel with advanced spreadsheet and graphical presentation skills, Word and PowerPoint are preferred. Familiar with Access and accounting software packages preferred. Required to be proficient with a ten key calculator by touch with speed and accuracy.
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Staff Accountant - Safety Sensitive Designation:
Not applicable
Staff Accountant - Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Spend eight (8) hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to regularly stand and walk, occasionally bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity with or without correction. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure.
Staff Accountant - Work Environment
Office setting, within a hospital environment
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a position in a hospital setting which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Office Staff: 5 days a week, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts
Location: Baxter Health · 8250 - Accounting
Schedule: Full time, Days, 8a to 5p; M-F
Staff Accountant - BAXTER HEALTH COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Understands and adheres to Baxter Health standards as they appear in Dynamic Health and Healthstream Policy Manager.
Required to work with the Controller regularly to carryout, initiate and/or implement best practices for the Baxter Health Accounting Department.
Staff Accountant - JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting
Experience: One to five years of accounting experience, experience in performing field audits with CPA firm or working as bookkeeper/accountant for a business establishment is preferred.
Certifications: N/A
Other: Requires excellent organizational and analytical skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel with advanced spreadsheet and graphical presentation skills, Word and PowerPoint are preferred. Familiar with Access and accounting software packages preferred. Required to be proficient with a ten key calculator by touch with speed and accuracy.
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Original Transcripts
Staff Accountant - Safety Sensitive Designation:
Not applicable
Staff Accountant - Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Spend eight (8) hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to regularly stand and walk, occasionally bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must have a keen sense of hearing and visual acuity with or without correction. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure.
Staff Accountant - Work Environment
Office setting, within a hospital environment
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a position in a hospital setting which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Office Staff: 5 days a week, Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts
Location: Baxter Health · 8250 - Accounting
Schedule: Full time, Days, 8a to 5p; M-F
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Bookkeeper Job Market in Arkansas
A snapshot from current Arkansas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Arkansas Talent6
- Tyson Foods Incorporated6
- Walmart4
- W G Yates & Sons Construction4
- Murphy USA3
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage5
- Retail4
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Education2
What Arkansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in bookkeeper jobs across Arkansas.
- Associate degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, or comparable small-business accounting software
- Two or more years of full-charge bookkeeping or accounts payable and receivable experience
- Working knowledge of payroll processing and Arkansas state payroll tax requirements
- Demonstrated ability to reconcile bank statements and prepare monthly financial reports
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and multi-sheet workbook management
Bookkeeper Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a bookkeeper in Arkansas?
Arkansas does not require a state-issued license to work as a bookkeeper, so the path runs through education and voluntary credentials. Most Arkansas employers expect at least an associate degree in accounting or a related field, either from a community college like Arkansas State University-Beebe or the University of Arkansas system. Earning the AIPB Certified Bookkeeper designation or the NACPB Bookkeeping Certification strengthens your candidacy and signals professional competency to hiring managers.
Which companies hire bookkeepers in Arkansas?
Arkansas bookkeeper roles are posted by Arkansas Talent, Tyson Foods Incorporated, and Walmart and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Arkansas's mix of large retail headquarters, regional healthcare networks, and agricultural cooperatives creates consistent demand for bookkeeping talent well beyond the state's largest metros.
Which Arkansas cities have the most bookkeeper jobs?
Little Rock, Bentonville, and Springdale lead Arkansas in bookkeeper openings. Little Rock drives volume as the state capital and home to major healthcare systems and financial services firms, while Fayetteville and Bentonville benefit from the dense concentration of Walmart suppliers, logistics companies, and regional businesses that have grown up around the Northwest Arkansas corridor.
Are there remote bookkeeper jobs in Arkansas?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 24% of bookkeeper openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how naturally bookkeeping translates to cloud-based tools and digital workflows. Roles focused on accounts payable, payroll processing, and monthly close work tend to be the most amenable to fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a bookkeeper in Arkansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an accounts payable or accounts receivable clerk position, which Arkansas employers in retail, healthcare, and agriculture routinely fill with candidates who hold an associate degree but limited direct bookkeeping experience. Community colleges across Arkansas, including Northwest Arkansas Community College and Pulaski Technical College, offer accounting certificate programs that improve your odds. Completing a QuickBooks Online certification adds a concrete, verifiable skill that small businesses and nonprofits in Arkansas look for when hiring their first bookkeeper.
Where can I find and apply to bookkeeper jobs in Arkansas?
You can find and apply to bookkeeper jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No signup is required to see the listings.
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