Bookkeeper

Description A well-established construction company based in Melville, NY, seeking a hands-on Bookkeeper to step into an active and fast-moving environment. This role requires someone comfortable taking ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping, cleaning up accounts where needed, and working closely with operations. Construction industry experience is a MUST This is an in-office role Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM requiring attention to detail, accountability, and the confidence to handle pressure. Main Responsibilities + Full-cycle bookkeeping using QuickBooks Online + Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) + Job-related expensing and cost tracking + Bank and credit card reconciliations + Sales tax calculation, filing, and compliance (required) + Payroll and payroll reconciliation + Work closely with operations using ServiceFusion + Maintain accurate financial records and support ongoing clean-up or correction work as needed + Assist ownership/management with ad hoc financial reporting and requests Requirements Required Qualifications + 5+ years of bookkeeping experience (construction or service-based industry preferred) + Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online + Solid understanding of sales tax requirements (required) + Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations + Payroll reconciliation experience + Comfortable in a fast-paced, sometimes high-pressure environment + Thick skin and ability to step into an existing situation and bring order + High attention to detail and follow-through + In-office availability during scheduled hours Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .