Bookkeeper Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Bookkeeper Payroll Specialist to join our team in Cincinnati, Ohio. As a key member of our finance department, you will play a vital role in managing payroll processing, construction billing, and full-cycle bookkeeping for our company. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment within a family-owned construction business that values accuracy, stability, and collaboration.

Responsibilities:

- Process weekly payroll using Intuit Quick Books, ensuring compliance with union and prevailing wage requirements.

- Handle construction billing tasks, including tracking contracts, managing change orders, processing retainage, and overseeing collections.

- Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate coding and timely processing of transactions.

- Prepare for audits by maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and collaborating with external accounting professionals.

- Organize and maintain confidential vendor and customer files with precision and discretion.

- Identify opportunities for improving processes and reducing costs within financial operations.

- Provide cross-coverage support for related companies, as needed, ensuring seamless financial management.

- Assist with maintaining permits, licenses, and registrations related to company operations. Requirements - A minimum of 7-10 years of bookkeeping and payroll experience, preferably within the construction industry.

- Advanced knowledge of Intuit Quick Books and Microsoft Excel is required.

- Familiarity with construction billing practices, job costing, and managing multiple projects.

- Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

- Outstanding communication skills for interacting with vendors, project managers, and company leadership.

- Ohio Notary Public certification is a plus, or willingness to obtain.

- Ability to work in-office and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

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