Residential Construction Bookkeeper

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in luxury custom home design seeks a Residential Construction Bookkeeper to handle financial operations. The role is part-time, remote, and requires expertise in QuickBooks and construction finance. Candidates must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work flexible hours aligned with Pacific Time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of residential construction budgets.
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly billing, monitor payments and financial activity.
• Perform data entry in QuickBooks, coding expenses into budget.
• Create biweekly project reports for financial insights.

Skills

Construction bookkeeping

Financial processes

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Residential Construction Bookkeeper
Job Type: Part-Time (20-25 hours a week), independent contractor
Compensation: $35-40/hour, based on experience
Location: Remote (U.S-based candidates only)
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Construction Bookkeeper to manage financial operations for a growing residential architecture and construction business. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records in QuickBooks Online, tracking expenses across multiple construction and design projects, and supporting both business and personal finances for the owner. As the bookkeeper, you will work closely with the owner to keep meticulous detailed notes on the ins and outs of the company's finances.

We are seeking an individual who can dedicate a minimum of 20 hours/week to this position, with the proven ability to self-manage and meet deadlines on an ongoing basis. This position is remote with a mostly flexible work schedule. The ideal candidate must be available for occasional follow-up during business hours (PST) and willing to communicate with a company operating in the Pacific Time Zone.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with monthly billing, monitor payments and financial activity across both construction projects and architectural projects

• Perform data entry specific to construction (inputting and coding expenses into line-item budget) using Quickbooks

• Keep track of expenses and payments to sub-contractors and vendors

• Create biweekly (every other week) project reports, providing valuable insight and analysis into each project’s financial viability and reconciling any discrepancies

• Available to schedule meetings in advance and work with the principal to set deadlines in a reasonable manner

• Provide support with the business owner’s personal financial tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction bookkeeping

• Possess a strong understanding of residential construction budgets

• Proficient with QuickBooks Online

• Must be able to maintain a consistent reporting schedule on a biweekly basis

• Strong understanding of financial processes, including accounts payable, receivable, and reconciliation.

Company DescriptionFor over 30 years, our Southern California-based firm has set the standard in luxury custom home design, grounded in a steadfast commitment to integrity, personalized service, and timeless craftsmanship. We’ve intentionally right-sized our operations to a boutique scale, ensuring each project receives the focus, creativity, and care it deserves. Our clients trust us not only for our deep experience and refined aesthetic, but for the honesty and attentiveness that define every interaction.

Disclosure of the company name will be made during the final interview.Company DescriptionFor over 30 years, our Southern California-based firm has set the standard in luxury custom home design, grounded in a steadfast commitment to integrity, personalized service, and timeless craftsmanship. We’ve intentionally right-sized our operations to a boutique scale, ensuring each project receives the focus, creativity, and care it deserves. Our clients trust us not only for our deep experience and refined aesthetic, but for the honesty and attentiveness that define every interaction.

Disclosure of the company name will be made during the final interview.