We are looking for a detail-oriented part-time Bookkeeper on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position will support day-to-day construction accounting activities, including billing, payroll, payables, and project cost tracking. The ideal candidate brings hands-on QuickBooks experience and can maintain accurate financial records while partnering with project teams and managers.
Responsibilities:
- Set up new jobs in QuickBooks Desktop and organize project cost structures to support accurate financial tracking.
- Monitor project-related spending, subcontractor charges, commitments, and approved change activity throughout the lifecycle of each job.
- Create and issue monthly customer billings and progress invoices in a timely and accurate manner.
- Review subcontractor invoices for completeness, confirm supporting documents are in place, and route items for proper approval before payment.
- Prepare job cost reporting and share financial updates with Project Managers to help them understand budget status and project performance.
- Process a high volume of accounts payable transactions each week, averaging about 100 invoices, while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
- Enter employee time into QuickBooks and run weekly payroll for approximately 68 employees.
- Assist with audit preparation and help maintain compliance records related to construction accounting requirements.
- Work closely with internal project stakeholders to keep contract documentation current and ensure change orders are recorded correctly.