Nova Scotia · NOC 12200
Bookkeeper Jobs in Nova Scotia — 2026
No bookkeeper postings in Nova Scotia in the last four weeks. The salary benchmark, licensing notes and NOC code below still apply — and the other provinces are one click away.
- Jobs available
- 0
- Median salary
- $58,760
- NOC code
- 12200
About bookkeeper work in Nova Scotia
Salary range
Postings for accounting technicians and bookkeepers in Nova Scotia run from about $47,320 at the 25th percentile to $63,601 at the 75th, with a median of $58,760 per year (2026-05, 8 postings).
NOC code
12200 — Accounting technicians and bookkeepers. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.
Licensing and qualifications
No licence is required. A Certified Professional Bookkeeper designation is an asset.
What employers ask for: A college diploma in accounting or bookkeeping, or equivalent experience, plus proficiency in QuickBooks or Sage and Excel.
LMIA and immigration
None of the current bookkeeper postings in Nova Scotia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the LMIA employer list.
Live postings
Bookkeeper jobs in Nova Scotia
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a bookkeeper in Nova Scotia?
- The median salary for accounting technicians and bookkeepers in Nova Scotia is $58,760 per year, with most postings between $47,320 and $63,601 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a bookkeeper in Nova Scotia?
- No. No licence is required. A Certified Professional Bookkeeper designation is an asset.
- What is the NOC code for bookkeeper?
- The NOC 2021 code for bookkeeper is 12200 (Accounting technicians and bookkeepers). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.