Construction Bookkeeper - On-Site, Chicago Area

Jones & Cleary Roofing & Sheet Metal; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones & Cleary Roofing & Sheet Metal is seeking a Construction Bookkeeper for the Greater Chicago Area. You will maintain project finances, process invoices, manage payables/receivables, and prepare cost reports for construction projects.

The role supports journal entries, financial statements, payroll, and audits within a site-based team. Ideal candidates have strong bookkeeping and construction finance experience, knowledge of job costing, and proficiency with construction accounting software.

Qualifications

• Strong bookkeeping and finance skills with project-based records.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial statements for construction activities.
• Experience with journal entries, posting, reconciling, and ledgers.
• Proficiency with accounting software used in construction environments.
• Knowledge of job costing and payroll processes; strong attention to detail.
• Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and manage accounts payable and receivable for construction projects.
• Prepare project cost reports and reconcile journal entries.
• Assist with financial statements and ensure policy compliance.
• Support payroll and job costing; coordinate with project managers on budgets.
• Assist periodic audits and financial reviews.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial statements

Journal entries

Accounting software

Job costing

Payroll processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Associate degree in accounting

Job description

Jones & Cleary Roofing & Sheet Metal is seeking a Construction Bookkeeper for the Greater Chicago Area. You will maintain project finances, process invoices, manage payables/receivables, and prepare cost reports for construction projects.

The role supports journal entries, financial statements, payroll, and audits within a site-based team. Ideal candidates have strong bookkeeping and construction finance experience, knowledge of job costing, and proficiency with construction accounting software.