Bookkeeper — Concrete Construction & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Newberry, FL / On-site Reports To: Director of Operations Compensation:Competitive
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced construction bookkeeper to take on a comprehensive, full-cycle bookkeeping role for our concrete construction and concrete manufacturing operation. This position is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, job costing, and reconciliations across multiple jobs and/or business units. We're looking for someone who thrives on bringing order, consistency, and efficient systems to a high-volume, fast-moving environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable across construction and manufacturing divisions
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Process payroll, including tracking of certified/prevailing wage requirements if working on public or government-funded projects
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Maintain job costing and Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules by project/job
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Track and bill retainage; monitor retainage receivable and payable balances
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Manage lien waivers, subcontractor compliance documents, and vendor 1099 filings
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Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts monthly
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Track equipment, fleet, and batch plant costs and allocate to appropriate jobs/cost centers
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Monitor and remit sales/use tax on concrete material sales across applicable jurisdictions
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Support month-end close and assist in preparing financial statements and budget-vs-actual reports
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Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and support external CPA/tax preparation as needed
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Identify and implement process improvements to support the transition from a multi-person bookkeeping team to a streamlined, centralized function
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Communicate regularly with project managers, vendors, and subcontractors regarding billing, payments, and documentation
Minimum Qualifications
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4+ years of experience in construction bookkeeping
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Demonstrated experience handling retainage (billing, tracking, and release)
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Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
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Strong understanding of general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll fundamentals
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Ability to manage high transaction volume with accuracy and attention to detail
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Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
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7+ years of experience in construction bookkeeping
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Experience working with the Intuit Enterprise Suite (or comparable construction accounting platforms such as Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, or Foundation Software)
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Strong background in concrete construction and/or concrete manufacturing
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Experience with job costing and WIP reporting
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Experience managing lien waivers
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Familiarity with certified payroll / prevailing wage (Davis-Bacon) requirements
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Experience with multi-entity or multi-division bookkeeping
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Associate’s degree in accounting, or related field
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Bookkeeping certification (e.g., AIPB or NACPB Certified Bookkeeper)
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Prior experience consolidating or transitioning bookkeeping/accounting processes
Physical & Work Environment
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Standard office environment; may require occasional visits to job sites.
