Senior Bookkeper

Fulton Developers is an established real estate development firm based in Highland Park, Illinois. We specialize in high-end residential and multifamily developments across Chicago’s North Shore and are actively involved in all phases of development, including planning, design, construction, and property management.

We are a focused, entrepreneurial team that values precision, accountability, and professionalism. Our projects are design-driven and financially disciplined — and our accounting operation is expected to reflect the same standard.

We are seeking a Senior Bookkeeper who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and ownership of their work.

This is a full-time, in-office position responsible for managing transactional accounting functions for development, construction, and condominium association entities.

The ideal candidate has experience in construction or real estate accounting, understands job cost tracking, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

This role reports directly to the Controller.

• Process and code vendor invoices accurately by job and cost category
• Prepare and track vendor payments
• Assist with construction draw backup documentation

• Maintain accurate job cost records
• Reconcile job cost reports to general ledger
• Assist with budget tracking and variance support

• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations across multiple entities
• Maintain intercompany transaction tracking

• Process deposits and track receivables
• Support buyer payments, capital contributions, and HOA collections

• Record journal entries as needed
• Assist with month-end close
• Support Controller with lender reporting and financial package preparation
• Coordinate documentation for CPA and tax preparation

• 5+ years bookkeeping experience (construction or real estate strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting
• Proficiency in Quick Books
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong follow-through and accountability
• Comfortable working in an in-office environment
• Ability to manage multiple entities simultaneously

Preferred:

• Experience with development or general contractor accounting
• Familiarity with construction draw processes
• HOA accounting experience

• $60,000 - $80,000 depending on experience
• Health Insurance
• Full-time, in-office position (Highland Park)
• Opportunity for long-term growth within a stable development firm
• Direct exposure to active real estate projects from acquisition through completion