Bookkeeper

Kavanagh Construction Company; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with a match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

A Bay Area construction company is seeking a Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage accurate financial record-keeping and maintain the centralized database. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, process refunds, and ensure compliance with accounting principles. The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 3 years of experience in the field. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, with the role based on-site in Mountain View, California.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the accounting field.
• Ability to commute to Mountain View, CA.
• Inspirations of ethical behavior when dealing with sensitive financial information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a database, ensuring records are complete and current.
• Process accounts payable/receivable in a timely manner.
• Enter data, maintain records and create reports and financial statements.

Skills

Accounting procedures knowledge

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Base pay range: $45.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Summary of our Client:

Kavanagh Construction is a Bay Area construction company specializing in custom residential projects and a full-service civil division. With both residential and civil divisions, we bring precision, teamwork, and pride to everything we build. We’re looking for people who share those values to grow with us.

About the Role:

The Full Charge Bookkeeper is responsible for ensuring accurate financial record keeping while maintaining the centralized database. This role requires comprehensive knowledge of established accounting principles, ensuring all documentation reflects a high level of accuracy and detailed financial transparency. We offer highly competitive pay, a full benefits package (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k) with a match, and PTO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a database, ensuring that records are complete and current
• Record information, processing, and filing forms
• Update ledgers, researching and resolving discrepancies
• Respond appropriately to vendor, client, and internal requests
• Ensure the Accounting Department runs smoothly and efficiently
• Process refunds and reconcile charge backs
• Process accounts payable/receivable in a timely manner and ensuring accurate coding and proper documentation
• Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process
• Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct day book, supplier’s ledger, customer ledger and general ledger
• Bring the books to the trial balance stage
• Complete tax forms
• Enter data, maintain records and create reports and financial statements
• Serve as back-up person for the Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• On-site in Mountain View Office

About You:

To be considered you must have:

• BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent years of experience
• Experience in the accounting field minimum 3+ years
• Ability to commute to Mountain View, CA

Additional Qualifications:

• BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent years of experience
• Comprehensive knowledge of Accounting procedures and principles
• Ethical behavior when dealing with sensitive financial information
• High level of accuracy and efficiency, attention to detail
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy and strong typing skills, experience with accounting software may be required
• Interact with corporate CPA as needed

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Administrative and Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Construction

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