Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper Wylander, a recruiting company for the construction industry, is recruiting a Bookkeeper for a full-service Construction Services company located in Bolingbrook, IL. Compensation and Benefits: Salary: $60k-$75k (DOE) Eligible for Bonus PTO/Paid Holidays The Bookkeeping Assistant is responsible for performing the day-to-day bookkeeping functions for our Reconstruction division. This role involves working closely with, and reporting to, the Financial Manager to complete day-to-day bookkeeping transactions. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of ensuring that our day-to-day bookkeeping functions run smoothly and efficiently. This person should be a self-starter, with excellent QuickBooks Enterprise Solutions, including Merchant Services, and excellent Excel skills for handling financial data as well as a person who is comfortable in a Construction environment. Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with company financial policies per the Financial Manager. Report to the Financial Manager to effectively complete bookkeeping tasks Work closely with project managers to book subcontractor invoices Accurately invoice customers and process accounts receivable Accurately calculate customer payment splits to Job Savings/Year End Savings Issue subcontractor payments on Thursdays, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Accurately calculate payments for subcontractor bills from Job Savings Accurately keep track of Line of Credit draws for subcontractor payments Accurately keep track of Line of Credit paybacks Prepare financial reports for the project managers, Financial Manager and Owners Maintain accurate and organized records of all financial transactions. Complete monthly checking account reconciliations Send payment links to customers Send payment receipts to customers Take payments from customers over the phone Qualifications: 5+ years of full charge bookkeeping experience and/or construction experience required An associates degree or higher is a plus Proficient in QuickBooks Proficient in MS Office Suite including Excel, Word and Outlook Expert knowledge and understanding of financial concepts and accounting principles Strong quantitative, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills Strong understanding of the key drivers of profitability, including experience providing analysis with actionable steps for operations Strong computer skills Proven strong time management and organizational skills Ability to meet stringent deadlines and work independently Keywords: Construction Services accounting, office management, bookkeeping