Assistant Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Bookkeeper – Construction

Company: Southeast Restoration & Fireproofing Co., Inc.
Location: Stone Mountain, Georgia
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Southeast Restoration & Fireproofing Co., Inc. (“SERF”) is a specialty construction contractor based in the Atlanta area with over 36 years of experience in waterproofing, restoration, and fireproofing services throughout the Southeast. We are currently seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support our day-to-day accounting and financial operations.

This role is an important part of our team and will work closely with ownership, project managers, and support staff to help maintain accurate financial records, job cost tracking, and project billing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Process vendor invoices, subcontractor billings, and lien waivers
• Assist with monthly pay applications and retainage tracking
• Maintain job cost reporting by project and cost code
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts
• Assist with OCIP and CCIP tracking
• Maintain general ledger records and supporting documentation
• Coordinate payroll processing and review timesheet allocations
• Assist with certified payroll reporting when required
• Prepare internal financial reports including aging, cash flow, and job cost summaries
• Coordinate with the company CPA regarding monthly close, tax filings, and year-end reporting
• Maintain compliance documentation including W-9s, insurance certificates, and subcontractor records

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience required
• Construction industry experience strongly preferred
• Experience with QuickBooks (Desktop or Online) required
• Understanding of construction job costing, retainage, and progress billing
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional attitude and ability to handle confidential information

Preferred Experience

• Certified payroll (Davis-Bacon / prevailing wage)
• Experience with Procore or similar construction management software
• Experience working with subcontractors or specialty trade contractors

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Stable, long-term opportunity with an established company
• Opportunity for growth within the organization
• Direct interaction with ownership and project leadership

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant experience to:

Thomas Deeds

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