Construction Bookkeeper at LHH Construction Bookkeeper at LHH in Charlotte, North Carolina Posted in about 11 hours ago.

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full-time LHH is seeking an experienced Construction Bookkeeper to join a small office in North Charlotte. This role will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting function, processing payroll, handling payroll tax-related responsibilities, and supporting HR for a small team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable owning the full accounting cycle in a hands-on small office environment and must be available to work onsite. Responsibilities Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records for the business. Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments, customer invoicing, payment posting, and account follow-up. Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations on a regular basis. Prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities. Process payroll for a small team, ensuring accuracy of hours, deductions, earnings, and payroll records. Prepare, reconcile, and assist with payroll tax filings and related payroll tax compliance requirements. Support employee benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and coordination with benefits providers. Maintain organized employee, payroll, benefits, vendor, and accounting records. Prepare financial reports, cash flow updates, and other accounting summaries for management as needed. Partner with outside accountants, payroll providers, benefits vendors, and tax professionals as necessary. Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, payroll regulations, and applicable tax deadlines. Qualifications Proven experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper, Bookkeeper, Accounting Specialist, or similar accounting role. Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, payroll, and payroll taxes. Experience processing payroll and supporting benefits administration for a small team. Construction industry experience required. Proficiency with QuickBooks and Excel required. Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Professional communication skills and ability to work closely with leadership, employees, vendors, and external partners. High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred.