Bookkeeper - Construction

Location: Chester
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

High Growth Opportunity / Excellent Benefits! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Lindsay Fitzpatrick Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $55,000 - $80,000 per year A bit about us: Our client, a construction firm, is seeking a Bookkeeper/Accountant to join its growing team. Why join us? Responsibilities: 1. Manage all aspects of day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting processes including but not limited to: A/P, A/R, payroll, journal entries, AIA billing, and bank reconciliation. 2. Coordinate and execute financial transactions and activities, such as bill payment, invoicing, payroll, etc. 3. Prepare and maintain financial reports, perform account reconciliations, assist with budget and close processes, conduct internal audits, and manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements. 4. Review construction project invoices, ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported. 5. Collaborate with the construction team to manage costs and improve financial efficiency. 6. Ensure compliance with state revenue service, federal and state payroll tax requirements and voluntary deduction reports, process employment verification, and respond to chargebacks. 7. Implement and adhere to company financial procedures, including reporting and budgeting. 8. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial statements for review. 9. Assist with internal and external auditing procedures. 10. Identify and address discrepancies in financial entries and reports. Job Details Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required. 2. 1 years related experience, construction required. 3. Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. 4. Extensive experience with data entry, record keeping, and computer operation. 5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and QuickBooks. 6. Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner. 7. Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and comfortable working independently. 8. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. Apply today! Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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