Bookkeeper Jobs in San Francisco, CA

Bookkeeper jobs in San Francisco concentrate in the Financial District, SoMa, and Mission Bay, where demand runs strong across fintech, professional services, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations. Employers hiring right now include OpenAI, Latigo Biotherapeutics, and City and County of San Francisco. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles501+
Top employerOpenAI
Work type63% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree in finance
Companies hiring29

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Anthropic
Senior Manager, Regulatory Accounting & Disclosures
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Anthropic
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Senior Manager, Regulatory Accounting & Disclosures
Anthropic
San Francisco, California
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
$230k - $300k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in accounting
51-200

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DPR Construction
Asst Mgr - Project Accounting
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DPR Construction
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Asst Mgr - Project Accounting
DPR Construction
San Francisco, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$125k - $155k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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La Casa de las Madres
Payroll and Accounting Assistant
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La Casa de las Madres
Added 2d ago
Payroll and Accounting Assistant
La Casa de las Madres
San Francisco, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$28 - $33/hr
Bachelor's degree in finance
11-50

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Wing
Senior Manager of Accounting, Fixed Assets & Logistics
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Wing
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Senior Manager of Accounting, Fixed Assets & Logistics
Wing
San Francisco, California
Finance
Accounting
Procurement & Supply Chain
Tax
Procurement & Purchasing
Logistics & Fleet Management
$199k - $207k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
51-200

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San Francisco Early Learning Alliance
Bookkeeper
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San Francisco Early Learning Alliance
Added 3d ago
Bookkeeper
San Francisco Early Learning Alliance
San Francisco, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$30 - $35/hr
On-Site
2-10

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Bookkeeper Job Market in San Francisco

Who's Hiring

  • OpenAI
    OpenAI84
  • Latigo Biotherapeutics
    Latigo Biotherapeutics28
  • City and County of San Francisco
    City and County of San Francisco28
  • Rho
    Rho14
  • CBIZ
    CBIZ14

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals28
  • Aerospace & Defense14
  • Technology & Software14
  • Government & Public Sector14
  • Consulting & Professional Services14

Bookkeeper Jobs in San Francisco: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a bookkeeper job in San Francisco?

The strongest path is targeting San Francisco's dense fintech and venture-backed startup ecosystem in SoMa and Mission Bay, alongside established professional services firms and nonprofits in the Financial District and Civic Center. Candidates with QuickBooks, Xero, or NetSuite experience stand out here. Demonstrating comfort with multi-entity or multi-currency books gives you a real edge in a market where many employers operate across several entities or international accounts.

Which companies hire bookkeepers in San Francisco?

Employers hiring bookkeepers in San Francisco right now include OpenAI, Latigo Biotherapeutics, and City and County of San Francisco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. San Francisco's mix of growth-stage startups, established financial services firms, healthcare providers, and large nonprofit organizations means demand comes from a broad range of employer types across the city.

Are there remote bookkeeper jobs in San Francisco?

Yes, though it depends on the role: bookkeepers handling cloud-based accounts receivable, payroll processing, or month-end close in software platforms can work remotely, while those managing physical receipts or on-site cash reconciliation typically cannot. About 68% of bookkeeper openings tied to San Francisco are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the city's strong adoption of cloud accounting tools among tech-sector employers.

How can I get a bookkeeper job in San Francisco with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is targeting San Francisco's large nonprofit sector and small-to-midsize startups in SoMa, both of which regularly hire bookkeeping assistants and accounts payable clerks for entry-level roles. City College of San Francisco offers accounting certificate programs that local employers recognize. Volunteering with a Bay Area nonprofit to manage basic ledgers builds a portfolio quickly, and staffing agencies with a financial specialization place entry-level candidates into temp-to-hire roles across the Financial District.

Which industries hire the most bookkeepers in San Francisco?

The sectors hiring the most bookkeepers in San Francisco are Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Aerospace & Defense, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. San Francisco's concentration of venture-funded technology companies, regulated financial institutions, and well-funded nonprofits drives consistent bookkeeping demand across these industries throughout the year.

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