Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a construction-focused organization in New Jersey on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This role will support a lean accounting team and requires someone who can quickly step into daily financial operations with accuracy and good judgment. The position is fully onsite and is well suited for a methodical individual who is comfortable managing payables first while also contributing across receivables, reconciliations, and cash tracking.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the accounts payable process from invoice review through payment preparation, ensuring timely and accurate handling of vendor obligations.
• Support accounts receivable activities, including customer billing follow-up, payment application, and maintaining up-to-date records of outstanding balances.
• Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies to keep financial records complete and accurate.
• Track daily cash activity and record transactions consistently to maintain reliable visibility into incoming and outgoing funds.
• Process and organize credit card receipts, matching supporting documentation and coding expenses appropriately.
• Assist with billing administration related to client accounts and help prepare documentation needed to support collections.
• Coordinate waiver-related paperwork required for payment processing within a construction business environment.
• Work closely with a small accounting team to maintain efficient workflows and provide dependable day-to-day bookkeeping support.• At least 3 years of bookkeeping experience in an accounting environment that requires strong attention to detail.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence working within accounting software systems.
• Ability to learn new processes quickly while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills with a careful, methodical approach to financial recordkeeping.
• Construction industry experience is preferred, especially in environments involving billing support and payment documentation.
• Availability to work onsite five days per week in Belleville, New Jersey.