Bookkeeper Jobs in California
Bookkeeper jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with steady demand from entertainment, technology, agriculture, and professional services firms at every level from entry-level accounts payable clerk through senior bookkeeper and controller-track roles. The largest concentrations of openings are in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers such as Kaiser Permanente, the University of California system, and Wells Fargo consistently hire bookkeeping professionals. The most in-demand specialties in California are payroll bookkeeping, construction job-cost accounting, and full-charge bookkeeping for mid-size privately held firms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Team
Duke Capital Ventures (DCV) is a real estate company that provides investors with institutional grade investments including multi-tenant industrial, residential, and mixed-use projects. The DCV Accounting Team oversees and impacts a growing portfolio; To date, DCV and its affiliates have acquired over 100 buildings across 30+ different projects. The portfolio totals nearly 3,000,000 square feet in addition to 26 acres of industrial and mixed-use residential land.
Ready for a challenge? This role offers a unique chance to drive cross-functional impact with a high-performing, growth-oriented team.
Members of the team support the acquisition, development, operation, and disposition of these assets, reporting directly to the managing principal.
Role and Impact
Duke Capital Ventures is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated, and experienced senior tax accountant to manage tax strategy and compliance for the company and its managing principal. This individual will be able to:
- Manage tax preparation, filing, and planning for the company and its multiple legal entities, as well as the managing principal's personal taxes
- Proactively structure and time capital contributions, distributions, and asset acquisitions/dispositions to maximize tax efficiency
- Apply real estate-specific tax strategies to minimize liability across a growing portfolio of assets
- Manage tax treatment of equity investment income alongside real estate holdings
- Prepare year-end package(s) and coordinate with outside tax preparers/counsel as needed, assisting in tax compliance and critical financial reporting requirements
- Coordinate tax treatment and reporting across multiple related entities to avoid duplicated liability and maximize pass-through benefits
- Provide quarterly tax projections and proactive planning recommendations, not just year-end filing
- Prepare and manage balance sheets and income statements across multiple assets
- Effectively create, examine, and interpret accounting records for multiple legal entities
- Effectively communicate tax and accounting issues and escalate appropriately
We are Looking for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience out of university, with a concentration in tax accounting
- CPA license or actively pursuing CPA with a focus on tax returns
- Deep familiarity with pass-through entity taxation (LLCs, partnerships, S-corps) and multi-entity tax coordination
- Experience with real estate tax planning strategies and investment income tax planning
- Comfortable working both independently and as a team in a dynamic environment
- Ability to effectively utilize Yardi Voyager/8, Excel, and QuickBooks
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger management, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and FASB
- Business and solution-oriented approach
- Resourceful and articulate
- Able to interface with strategic business partners including legal and tax professionals, investors, banks, lenders, and other third parties
- Doesn't accept the status quo, but rather continuously seeks ways to improve tax and financial processes and drive operational efficiencies
Encouraged
- Experience working directly for a real estate investment or asset management firm (rather than only public accounting)
- Familiarity with real estate tax deferral vehicles and strategies
- California Real Estate License
- RPA or CPM designations
- Experience with industrial / multifamily asset management
About Duke Capital Ventures
Duke Capital Ventures (DCV) is a Silicon Valley–based real estate private equity firm located in Mountain View, California. DCV is an experienced value-add operator, providing accredited investors with access to commercial real estate investments across the United States. The asset management and accounting teams work these investments from acquisition through disposition. DCV team members bring a collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset; They impact assets and investors through their individual actions and initiative.
This is an office-based position for Mountain View, CA. Salary is commensurate with experience and ranges from USD $90,000.00 – USD $135,000.00 (1099). The role is eligible for discretionary bonus(es). DCV operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy, and your total compensation may vary based on individual performance and prior experience.
Duke Capital Ventures is a privately held real estate investment firm based in Silicon Valley, California. Founder Glen Yonekura formed the company to maximize his acquisition-to-disposition expertise, providing real estate investment opportunities for a select group of sophisticated investors. To date, DCV and its affiliates has acquired over 100 buildings comprised of industrial/flex and office use across 30+ different projects. The portfolio totals nearly 3,000,000 square feet in addition to 26 acres of industrial and mixed-use residential land.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
https://www.dukecv.com/
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Accounting & Auditing
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in bookkeeper jobs across California.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop required by most California employers
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field preferred
- Demonstrated experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
- Knowledge of California payroll tax requirements, including DE 9 and DE 9C filings
- Experience with accrual-basis accounting and month-end close processes
- Certified Bookkeeper (CB) credential from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers a strong plus
Bookkeeper Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a bookkeeper in California?
California does not require a state-issued license to work as a bookkeeper, so entry typically starts with an associate degree in accounting from a California community college such as Santa Monica College or De Anza College, combined with hands-on experience in accounts payable or payroll. Earning the Certified Bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers or the QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification strengthens candidacy significantly with California employers across industries.
Which companies hire bookkeepers in California?
Employers hiring bookkeepers in California right now include CBIZ, Meta, and Intuit, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's mix of large entertainment studios, tech firms, agricultural businesses, and healthcare systems means bookkeeper demand stays broad and consistent throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most bookkeeper jobs?
The cities with the most bookkeeper openings in California are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Los Angeles dominates due to its density of entertainment, real estate, and professional services firms, while San Francisco draws demand from technology and finance companies, and San Diego's healthcare and defense contractor sectors sustain consistent hiring for bookkeeping professionals.
Are there remote bookkeeper jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Bookkeeping is desk-based and document-driven, making it well suited to remote work. About 55% of bookkeeper openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how widely California employers have adopted flexible arrangements for accounting support roles. Full-charge bookkeeping and payroll processing are the sub-areas most commonly offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a bookkeeper in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an accounts payable or accounts receivable clerk role, which California employers routinely use as a pipeline into full bookkeeping positions. Large California employers including the UC system and major county health departments post entry-level accounting support roles that do not require prior bookkeeping experience. Completing a QuickBooks Online certification and a payroll fundamentals course at a California community college gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants without experience.
Where can I find and apply to bookkeeper jobs in California?
You can find and apply to bookkeeper jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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