Bookkeeper

We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join a growing construction organization in Illinois. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage day-to-day accounting activities with accuracy and accountability. The person in this role will support financial operations across payables, receivables, payroll, reconciliations, and reporting while working closely with leadership to maintain reliable financial records and job cost visibility.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, correcting coding issues, and preparing journal entries that support accurate financial reporting.

• Record and adjust job cost transactions, monitor budgets and cost codes, and confirm that project expenses are assigned to the proper jobs.

• Prepare monthly close activities by posting accruals, verifying period costs and billings, and assisting with the completion of internal financial reviews.

• Reconcile bank accounts on a recurring basis and investigate discrepancies to ensure the integrity of cash records.

• Produce budget-to-actual and job cost reports, analyze trends, and share financial performance information with business unit and department leaders.

• Support improvements to financial reporting tools, including coordination with accounting software providers to reduce manual tracking and enhance report usability.

• Maintain organized financial records, documentation files, and process materials to support compliance, retention, and team accessibility.

• Update customer prequalification portals and monitor business reporting resources to help leadership review payment history and account accuracy.

• Safeguard confidential company and financial information while providing dependable administrative and accounting support to the Controller and broader finance team.

The salary range for this position is $25/hr to $27/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, bank reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Experience with construction accounting and job costing, including familiarity with cost codes, project budgets, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as Foundation or QuickBooks, along with solid Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the ability to apply them in daily accounting work.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and deadline-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities independently.
• Clear and effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively with employees, managers, and external partners at all levels.
• Ability to perform desk-based work for extended periods and occasionally navigate active construction site environments with uneven terrain.

Compensation

$24.70-$27.50 Hourly

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