Bookkeeper / Controller (Construction) Position Available In Duval, Florida

Bookkeeper / Controller (Construction) IStaff Global Solutions Jacksonville, FL Job Details Full-time $60,000 – $80,000 a year 15 hours ago Qualifications General ledger reconciliation Microsoft Excel Management CPA 5 years 3 years Accounting QuickBooks Organizational skills Cash management Construction Senior level Bookkeeping Tax experience Full Job Description We are looking for a trusted financial leader to oversee accounting operations, provide job-level financial insights, and assist ownership with cash flow management, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is part bookkeeper, part CFO—comfortable handling everything from QuickBooks entries to executive-level financial reporting.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years bookkeeping/accounting experience in construction or contracting
• Strong knowledge of QuickBooks Online
• Familiarity with job costing, progress billing, and percentage of completion accounting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced)
• Strong understanding of cash flow management
• Ability to communicate effectively with owners, project managers, vendors, and clients
• Self-starter with a high level of accuracy, organization, and confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with JobTread, Buildertrend, or other construction-specific platforms
• Understanding of compliance (lien waivers, COIs, W9s)
• Familiarity with project-based reporting and draw schedules
• Prior experience coordinating with CPA or tax advisors

Key Responsibilities:

Daily /

Weekly Accounting Tasks:

• Manage Accounts Payable (A/P): enter bills, schedule payments, reconcile statements, maintain vendor compliance (W9s, COIs)
• Manage Accounts Receivable (A/R): create invoices, monitor customer balances, manage collections
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Process employee reimbursements and credit card expense entries
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries in QuickBooks Online
• Monitor and manage payroll entries (in coordination with HR or third-party payroll provider)

Construction Financial Management:

• Oversee job costing and ensure accurate tracking of labor, materials, and subcontractor costs per project
• Maintain budget vs. actuals reporting for all active jobs
• Work with project managers to validate change orders, draw schedules, and lien releases
• Manage and forecast cash flow weekly and monthly
• Assist with preparation and submission of loan draws or funding requests

Financial Reporting & Strategy:

• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports to ownership (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow statements)
• Provide insights into profitability by job, division, or client
• Recommend improvements to financial systems, software, and workflows
• Assist ownership in creating annual budgets and long-term financial plans
• Coordinate with CPA on tax planning and year-end close

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Experience:

construction accounting: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person