Full Charge Bookkeeper

We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to oversee the full day-to-day accounting function for a project-driven engineering firm in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting timely reporting, and managing transactions across the complete accounting cycle. The role works closely with leadership and plays an important part in providing clear financial insight, strong operational support, and dependable accounting oversight.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily accounting activities across the full cycle, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and aligned with company standards.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, internal reports, and supporting schedules to give leadership a clear view of business performance.
• Lead the month-end close process, including journal entries, account analysis, and reconciliation of balance sheet and other key accounts.
• Manage incoming and outgoing funds by handling billing, tracking receivables, following up on past-due balances, and processing vendor payments.
• Administer payroll and review related records such as employee timesheets and reimbursable expenses for accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card activity, researching discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain project-based accounting records, monitor job costs, and support reporting on profitability and related financial performance.
• Coordinate invoicing for client work and ensure billing reflects contract terms, project activity, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with external accounting or tax advisors during year-end activities and assist with additional accounting or administrative needs as required.

Qualifications:

• At least five years of practical bookkeeping or accounting experience in a hands-on role with broad ownership of financial processes.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and reconciliations.
• Proven ability to complete month-end close activities independently and produce reliable monthly financial information.
• Experience using accounting software and Excel effectively to manage data, prepare reports, and support analysis.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when managing multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly with leadership and respond confidently to financial questions and reporting needs.
• Background in project-based accounting environments is highly valued, particularly within engineering, architecture, construction, or other services.
• Familiarity with Deltek Vantagepoint, Deltek Vision, QuickBooks, project billing, and profitability reporting is preferred.

Compensation

$65,000.00-$80,000.00 Yearly

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