Part Time Bookkeeper

Description

Robert Half is partnering with a small, well‑established construction firm seeking a part‑time Bookkeeper with strong construction accounting experience. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a hands‑on environment, is highly organized, and can confidently manage bookkeeping functions tied to construction projects, loan draws, and subcontractor coordination. The Bookkeeper will work closely with the business partners and accounting staff to ensure timely execution of duties.

This will be on on-site role, with flexible scheduling working 2-3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities for the Bookkeeper:

Construction Accounting & Loan Draws

+ Prepare and manage construction loan draws, ensuring accuracy of releases and associated documentation.

+ Track subcontractor payments and verify completion percentages based on superintendent updates.

+ Prevent over payments by ensuring all required releases are received before issuing payments.

Payroll Processing

+ Process weekly payroll every Wednesday for a small workforce (typically under 10 employees; occasionally up to 20 during peak activity).

+ Enter hours into the payroll system (3rd party) and allocate hours to appropriate jobs in Excel for tracking.

+ Coordinate with the superintendent to ensure hours and job allocations are accurate.

+ Ensure all payroll-related filings (taxes, modified business tax, W‑2s, I‑9s) are handled correctly through the payroll service provider.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

+ Manage AP workflows, including electronic invoice intake and filing.

+ Support AR tasks, including basic billing tied to construction draws.

+ Post all transactions accurately and maintain clean, organized digital records.

General Accounting & Compliance

+ Prepare and submit workers' compensation payments.

+ Maintain accurate job costing using Quick Books Desktop.

+ Ensure all financial data is properly saved, organized, and posted within the firm's electronic filing system.

Subcontractor Communication & Documentation

+ Manage lien documents, including rights to lien, releases, and compliance tracking.

+ Communicate directly with subcontractors to obtain missing releases, confirm dates, and ensure documentation is received on time.

+ Display professionalism and assertiveness when following up on deadlines or required paperwork.

The ideal bookkeeper must be capable of working in a small office environment located in Henderson, Nevada. This is a long term contract opportunity.

Requirements

+ Construction bookkeeping experience required, particularly with job costing and construction loan draws.

+ Strong Excel skills, including the ability to allocate costs accurately.

+ Proficiency in Quick Books Desktop.

+ Comfortable speaking with subcontractors and vendors.

+ Highly organized with the ability to manage electronic files and keep documentation current.

+ Ability to work onsite at the client's Henderson office.

+ 3+ years of Bookkeeping, project accounting or project accounting experience.

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