Bookkeeper: meaning, definitions and examples

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bookkeeper

[ ˈbʊkˌkiːpər ]

^{Context #1}

accounting

A bookkeeper is a person who is responsible for keeping financial records for a business. They record financial transactions, update statements, and check financial records for accuracy.

Synonyms

accountant, financial clerk, ledger keeper

Examples of usage

The bookkeeper entered all the transactions into the ledger.
The bookkeeper reconciled the bank statements at the end of the month.

^{Context #2}

general

A bookkeeper is someone who maintains the financial records of an organization, handling accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and other financial tasks.

Synonyms

accounting clerk, finance officer, financial administrator

Examples of usage

The bookkeeper ensures that all invoices are paid on time.
The bookkeeper prepares financial reports for the management.

Translations

Translations of the word "bookkeeper" in other languages:

🇵🇹 contador de livros

🇮🇳 पुस्तकपाल

🇩🇪 Buchhalter

🇮🇩 penjaga buku

🇺🇦 бухгалтер

🇵🇱 księgowy

🇯🇵 簿記係 (ぼきがかり)

🇫🇷 comptable

🇪🇸 contable

🇹🇷 muhasebeci

🇰🇷 부기 담당자

🇸🇦 محاسب

🇨🇿 účetní

🇸🇰 účtovník

🇨🇳 簿记员 (bùjìyuán)

🇸🇮 knjigovodja

🇮🇸 bókari

🇰🇿 бухгалтер

🇬🇪 ბუღალტერი

🇦🇿 mühasib

🇲🇽 contador

Word origin

The word 'bookkeeper' originated from the combination of 'book' and 'keeper', reflecting the role of keeping financial records in books. The term has been in use since the 15th century when manual bookkeeping was the primary method of recording financial transactions.