Construction Bookkeeper

Overview

This role supports the organization’s US operations as a Construction Bookkeeper. The employer works across kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, paint, and basements in Canada and the United States.

This is a full-time, fully remote position. Availability is required during US Eastern business hours. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Job costing

• Code every invoice, payment, and labor cost to the correct project
• Track costs against each job’s budget and flag when a project is running over
• Record change orders and ensure the cost impact is applied to the right place
• Maintain job cost records that can be reviewed after a project closes

Payables and receivables

• Process supplier and material invoices
• Manage subcontractor payments, including collecting W-9s and preparing annual 1099s
• Track lien waivers and keep documentation current
• Issue client invoices and progress billings, and follow up on outstanding payments

Payroll and records

• Enter payroll data for field crews, coded to the right projects
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts
• Keep receipts, invoices, and supporting documents organized and easy to find
• Prepare records for outside accountants at month-end and year-end

Requirements

• At least 2 years of bookkeeping experience
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Sage, or similar accounting software
• Solid Excel skills
• Accurate, methodical work style with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable chasing suppliers and subcontractors for required paperwork
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting
• Available during US Eastern business hours
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction, renovation, or trades bookkeeping experience
• Experience with job costing or project-based accounting
• Familiarity with lien waivers, progress billing, or subcontractor compliance
• Experience with QuickBooks Online for contractors or construction-specific software

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $54,800 per year
• Medical insurance, with the employer covering 70–80% of the employee premium
• 401(k) retirement plan
• 10 days of paid time off per year, plus public holidays
• Fully remote
• Equipment provided

Location

• Fully remote, with availability required during US Eastern business hours