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Bell, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition

Bookkeeper — Concrete Construction & Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Newberry, FL / On-site Reports To:Director of Operations Compensation:Competitive

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced construction bookkeeper to take on a comprehensive, full-cycle bookkeeping role for our concrete construction and concrete manufacturing operation. This position is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, job costing, and reconciliations across multiple jobs and/or business units. We're looking for someone who thrives on bringing order, consistency, and efficient systems to a high-volume, fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable across construction and manufacturing divisions
• Process payroll, including tracking of certified/prevailing wage requirements if working on public or government-funded projects
• Maintain job costing and Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules by project/job
• Track and bill retainage; monitor retainage receivable and payable balances
• Manage lien waivers, subcontractor compliance documents, and vendor 1099 filings
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts monthly
• Track equipment, fleet, and batch plant costs and allocate to appropriate jobs/cost centers
• Monitor and remit sales/use tax on concrete material sales across applicable jurisdictions
• Support month-end close and assist in preparing financial statements and budget-vs-actual reports
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and support external CPA/tax preparation as needed
• Identify and implement process improvements to support the transition from a multi-person bookkeeping team to a streamlined, centralized function
• Communicate regularly with project managers, vendors, and subcontractors regarding billing, payments, and documentation

Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction bookkeeping
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience handling retainage (billing, tracking, and release)
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll fundamentals
• Ability to manage high transaction volume with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction bookkeeping
• Experience working with the Intuit Enterprise Suite (or comparable construction accounting platforms such as Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, or Foundation Software)
• Strong background in concrete construction and/or concrete manufacturing
• Experience with job costing and WIP reporting
• Familiarity with certified payroll / prevailing wage (Davis-Bacon) requirements
• Experience with multi-entity or multi-division bookkeeping
• Associate’s degree in accounting, or related field
• Prior experience consolidating or transitioning bookkeeping/accounting processes

Physical & Work Environment

• Standard office environment; may require occasional visits to job sites.