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Task Management

Mclean, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Prepares daybook requirements for following business day to include: Daily Binder Preparation, Material Organization and Formatting, Component Coordination, Electronic Daybook Management, Inbox ...

Prepares daybook requirements for following business day to include: Daily Binder Preparation, Material Organization and Formatting, Component Coordination, Electronic Daybook Management, Inbox ...

Task Management

Mclean, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Prepares daybook requirements for following business day to include: Daily Binder Preparation, Material Organization and Formatting, Component Coordination, Electronic Daybook Management, Inbox ...

Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, suppliers ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger. * Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely invoicing and ...

Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, suppliers ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger. * Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely invoicing and ...

Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, suppliers ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger. * Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable, ensuring timely invoicing and ...

Maintain records/press releases and stories to update Daybook * Oversees and takes charge of all information gathering and providing details to the entire newsroom * Participates in daily story ...

Manage daybook/daily planner by inputting information on upcoming events with background and contact information. * Monitor scanners, social media, station email and other news outlets stations for ...

Manage daybook/daily planner by inputting information on upcoming events with background and contact information. * Monitor scanners, social media, station email and other news outlets stations for ...

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How much do daybook jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for daybook in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Bookkeeper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bookkeeper, you need strong attention to detail, mathematical proficiency, and a solid understanding of accounting principles, often backed by an associate degree or bookkeeping certification. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks or Xero, as well as spreadsheets, is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, integrity, and effective communication help bookkeepers manage records accurately and collaborate with clients or team members. These skills ensure financial records are precise and compliant, supporting sound business decisions and regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between Daybook vs Bookkeeper?

AspectDaybookBookkeeper
CredentialsMay not require formal certificationsOften requires bookkeeping certifications or courses
Work EnvironmentUsed in small businesses, retail, or online platformsWorks in accounting firms, businesses, or finance departments
Industry UsageCommonly used for daily transaction recordingResponsible for maintaining financial records and reports
Primary RoleRecording daily financial transactionsManaging and reconciling financial records

While a Daybook is primarily a tool or record used to log daily transactions, a Bookkeeper is a professional responsible for maintaining and managing financial records. Both are essential in financial processes, but the Daybook is a component within the bookkeeping workflow.

What are daybooks and what is their purpose in accounting?

A daybook, also known as a book of original entry, is a financial journal used to record all daily transactions in chronological order as they occur. Its primary purpose is to provide a detailed and organized record of business activities before they are posted to the ledger accounts. Daybooks help ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability in financial reporting, making it easier to trace transactions and prepare financial statements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Daybook Clerk in an accounting department?

A Daybook Clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate records of daily financial transactions, such as sales, purchases, receipts, and payments. Their day typically involves entering data into accounting software, verifying the accuracy of documents, reconciling discrepancies, and preparing reports for management. The role requires close attention to detail and frequent collaboration with other finance team members to ensure all entries are up-to-date and compliant with company policies. Staying organized and meeting deadlines is essential, as the information maintained in the daybook is foundational to the company's financial records.
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Task Management

Task Management

Peraton

Mclean, VA • On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Peraton rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking a Task Manager to support our customer onsite in McLean, VA.
  • Supports Senior executive-led organizations at the Director level
  • Receives tasking via multiple vehicles and systems
  • Processes and routes staff taskers and coordination requests in all administrative management systems
  • Coordinates actions with proper element within the customer space, across the IC and with other U.S. Government and Private Sector entities
  • Prepares training materials and written instructions (playbooks) on properly preparing and processing staff packages for their organization
  • Prepares daybook requirements for following business day to include: Daily Binder Preparation, Material Organization and Formatting, Component Coordination, Electronic Daybook Management, Inbox Management, Share drive Maintenance, Tasking Reminder Management, Material Review and Editing, Front Office Coordination and Weekly Task Management

Qualifications
  • Must be able to work Monday-Friday 10am-6pm shift
  • TS/SCI w/poly level clearance is required
  • Requires a BS/BA with 5+ years or no degree and 9 years of experience
  • Experience in the following is required:
    • Supporting Senior executive-led organizations at the Assistant Director level
    • Receiving tasking via multiple vehicles and systems
    • Processing and routes staff taskers and coordination requests in all administrative management systems
    • Coordinating actions with proper element within the customer space, across the IC and with other U.S. Government and Private Sector entities
  • Experience in the following is desired:
    • Preparing training materials and written instructions on properly preparing and processing staff packages for their organization

Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017