Bookkeeper

Southwest Florida Manufacturer; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Ongoing training and professional dev

Competitive compensation based on exp

Job summary

Southwest Florida Manufacturer in Fort Myers, FL is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records for construction projects. You will handle AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and GL maintenance using QuickBooks and other construction-specific software.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to work independently. Competitive compensation and benefits include health, dental/vision, PTO, holidays, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience as bookkeeper or in similar accounting role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles.
• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger and monthly sales tax.
• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or certification in accounting or bookkeeping is preferred.
• Must have 3-5 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping tasks including recording financial transactions and maintaining accurate ledgers.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations to verify and balance company accounts regularly.
• Maintain and update the general ledger to reflect all financial activities accurately.
• Utilize QuickBooks and other software to record, track, and report financial data specific to construction projects.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial data integrity and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Construction industry experience

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or bookkeeping certification

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

As a Bookkeeper in the construction industry, your role will be to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records that support the company’s operational and strategic goals. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of financial transactions including accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can efficiently handle multiple financial processes. Must have experience with processing FLDOR monthly sales tax, GL & WC audits.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar accounting role, preferably within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles.
• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger and monthly sales tax.
• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or certification in accounting or bookkeeping is preferred.
• must have 3-5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the construction industry or with construction-specific accounting practices.
• Advanced knowledge of general ledger management.
• Experience with additional accounting software or ERP systems used in construction.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily bookkeeping tasks including recording financial transactions and maintaining accurate ledgers.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations to verify and balance company accounts regularly.
• Maintain and update the general ledger to reflect all financial activities accurately.
• Utilize QuickBooks and other software to record, track, and report financial data specific to construction projects.
• Collaborate other departments to ensure financial data integrity and resolve discrepancies.

Employee Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Ongoing training and professional development