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Robert Half
Bookkeeper
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What they do
A Bookkeeper keeps records of accounts and manages day to day financial recordkeeping. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. May be supervised by an accountant. Provides information for financial statements and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$49,461 / year median in Maryland
-11% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a construction contractor in Capitol Heights, Maryland. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to manage day-to-day financial records, maintain accurate project-related expense tracking, and help keep accounting operations organized. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling invoices, reconciliations, and expense documentation in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain financial records by entering vendor invoices, processing payables, and scanning supporting documents into the accounting system.
- Track and organize credit card receipts, ensuring charges are properly documented, itemized, and assigned to the correct projects.
- Apply cost codes and match purchase activity to project numbers to support accurate job costing and reporting.
- Reconcile bank accounts, monthly statements, and approximately 30 company credit card accounts with a high degree of accuracy.
- Prepare and process employee expense reports, verifying approvals and aligning expenses with the appropriate project budgets.
- Enter timesheet information and assist with routine recordkeeping needed for payroll and project expense tracking.
- Review office supply purchases, material invoices, and subscription charges to ensure complete and timely processing.
- Help organize year-end invoice records, resolve outstanding documentation issues, and address backlogged accounting items as needed.