Pay Rate: $26.00 – $30.00 / hour (Based on experience)
Industry: Commercial & Residential Construction Contracting
About the Role
A established local construction contracting firm is seeking a dependable, highly organized, and upbeat Bookkeeper / Office Administrator to oversee day-to-day financial operations and office management.
We are looking for a focused professional with a strong background in construction office workflows, including prevailing wage payroll, permitting, and job-cost billing. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at prioritizing daily tasks, and interacts professionally with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
Key Responsibilities
Financial & Bookkeeping: Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, job billing, vendor invoices, and general bookkeeping duties.
Payroll & Compliance: Process full payroll, including complex prevailing wage reporting and certified payroll compliance.
Contracts & Permitting: Assist with contract administration, subcontractor documentation, and pulling city/county building permits.
Office Administration: Maintain organized digital and physical project files, handle incoming calls with top-tier customer service, and support general office needs.
Task Management: Prioritize daily workloads, stay focused under deadline pressure, and multi-task efficiently in a dynamic office environment.
Qualifications & Requirements
Construction Background: Previous experience working in a construction, trades, or contractor office environment (Required).
Software Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel (Required).
Payroll & Wage Experience: Proven knowledge of standard payroll processes and prevailing wage / certified payroll regulations (Required).
Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and accurate data entry.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, maintain focus, and manage multiple ongoing projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor.
Work Ethic & Style: Highly dependable, reliable, upbeat, proactive, and committed to confidentiality.
Schedule & Compensation
Work Week: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pay Range: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour, depending on depth of experience.
To apply for this confidential position, please submit your updated resume detailing your relevant construction bookkeeping, prevailing wage, and QuickBooks experience.
Work Location: In person
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