Bookkeeper

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Destin (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks an experienced Administrative Bookkeeper in Destin, FL to handle day‑to‑day accounting and office administration. This role involves vendor billing, client invoicing, and core accounting tasks in a construction/real estate context.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of QuickBooks experience, strong bookkeeping skills, and excellent communication. On‑site hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands‑on QuickBooks experience (Desktop or Online).
• Strong background in general ledger, AR/AP, and bank reconciliation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable/receivable, track job costs, reconcile bank statements, and generate financial reports using QuickBooks.
• Process weekly payroll and maintain accurate time tracking and employee records.
• Review lien waivers, verify insurance documentation, and process vendor payments accurately and on time.
• Direct phone inquiries, manage physical and electronic files, order office supplies, and support executive scheduling.

Skills

QuickBooks

Attention to detail

Administrative skills

Professional communication

Reliability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Job Title: Full-Time Administrative Bookkeeper

Location: Destin FL

Pay: $25.00 / hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About the Role

A premier custom home builder and real estate development company in Niceville, FL is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Administrative Bookkeeper to join our team. This role manages day-to-day office administration, vendor billing, client invoicing, and core accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Process accounts payable/receivable, track job costs, reconcile bank statements, and generate financial reports using QuickBooks.

• Payroll Processing: Maintain accurate time tracking, process weekly payroll, and manage employee record updates.

• Vendor & Subcontractor Coordination: Review lien waivers, verify insurance documentation, and process vendor payments accurately and on time.

• Office Administration: Direct phone inquiries, manage physical and electronic files, order office supplies, and support executive team scheduling.

Qualifications

• QuickBooks Expertise: Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on experience in QuickBooks (Desktop or Online required).

• Bookkeeping Experience: Strong background in general ledger maintenance, AP/AR, and bank reconciliation. Construction or real estate industry accounting experience preferred.

• Administrative Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and strong organizational capabilities.

• Professional Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with subcontractors, vendors, and homeowners.

• Reliability: High attention to detail, strong work ethic, and ability to handle confidential financial records discreetly.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive wage: $25.00/hr

• Standard working hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Stable, supportive office environment in Destin FL