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Bookkeeper Test
Bookkeeper Hiring Test
The Bookkeeper Test is designed for those hiring in to bookkeeping roles, including full charge bookkeepers, using current cloud or desktop accounting software. The test assesses knowledge of processing financial information, double entry accounting, ability to produce accurate monthly financials and the ability to interpret financial information to add value to the business owner.
Different competency levels assessed within the test determine the range of abilities and value the candidate can add to the business owner.
Level 1 Bookkeeper - can process information accurately but without accounting understanding
Level 2 Bookkeeper - can complete all functions to monthly close including journals, but might not see issues which need further investigation - average Full Charge Bookkeeper
Level 3 Bookkeeper - Level 2 competency but with additional interpretation, analysis, proper presentation and value add capability - highly experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper
Job titles this test is applicable for could include Bookkeeper or Office Manager.
Tax questions relate to generic Sales Tax and issues bookkeepers deal with, but not relating to preparation of tax returns.
The test was designed in conjunction with the Institute of Accountants and Bookkeepers members.
This test covers four core bookkeeping activities:
- Processing & Journals
- Accounting Concepts
- Business Support
- Tax Related Issues & Payroll
Hiring managers gain insight into candidate's skills and knowledge levels in each of these four activities, as well as an assessment of their competency level in each activity. You will also be able to identify a candidate's performance in the activities most relevant to the vacant role.
Bookkeeper Sample Report
Example Bookkeeper Test Questions - Click Here
- Time to complete: 40 minutes
- Number of questions: 40
- Question Levels: Level 1 = 11, Level 2 = 18, Level 3 = 11
- Questions per topic: Processing & Journals = 17, Taxation & Payroll = 8, Accounting Concepts = 6, Business Support = 9
- Each test purchased allows you to test one candidate
When your candidate has completed the test you can use this Interpretation Video to help understand more about their test report.
Want to know more about your candidate? Have a look at our Personality Profile option. You can easily add to your Accountests purchase - Bookkeeper test + Personality profile is $410.
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