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Bookkeeper

J2T Recruiting Montana
Whitefish, MT Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2025

What's Awesome About Our Client?

· Join a small, tight-knit team with a collaborative and supportive culture

· Enjoy a flexible work schedule that promotes work-life balance

· Oversee financial operations across multiple entities

· Experience variety in your day-to-day—no two days are the same

Why this job – Bookkeeper:

A well-established construction and design firm in Whitefish is looking to add a full-charge Bookkeeper to their close-knit team. In this key role, you’ll report directly to company leadership and oversee all financial operations across multiple business entities. This is a hands-on position where you’ll manage everything from day-to-day accounting, payroll, reconciliations, and tax filings to intercompany transactions and financial reporting. You’ll also work closely with the company’s CPA during year-end close and audit preparation.

In addition to finance responsibilities, this role will support HR and administrative functions, including onboarding new employees, managing benefit programs, and assisting with construction loan documentation and compliance paperwork. The company has built a strong client base over the past decade and continues to grow steadily. Their team is loyal, community-minded, and enjoys coming together for company events and giving back initiatives.

This is a rare opportunity to join a team that almost never has to hire. They offer a strong benefits package and flexibility with work hours, making it an ideal role for someone looking to make a long-term impact in a stable and collaborative environment.

What You'll Actually Do:

  • Manage intercompany transactions and perform regular reconciliations across multiple entities
  • Prepare financial statements and reports to support ownership in strategic decision-making
  • Oversee bi-weekly payroll processing and ensure timely tax filings
  • Handle day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts receivable/payable, credit card management, check runs, and account reconciliations
  • Accurately process transactions in QuickBooks across various business units
  • Collaborate with the external CPA for year-end close and audit preparation
  • Support HR functions such as new hire onboarding and administering employee benefits programs
  • Assist with administrative tasks including construction loan documentation and site-related compliance paperwork

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

· 4 years of hands-on accounting or bookkeeping experience

· Proven ability to manage finances across multiple entities and handle intercompany transactions

· Working knowledge of HR processes and benefits administration

· Proficient in QuickBooks and Excel

· Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills—you’re approachable, empathetic, and attentive to detail

· Highly organized and adaptable, with a knack for problem-solving and building trust across teams and leadership

Where and How Much:

· Target Compensation $80-95K

· 100% in Whitefish office but offers flexibility on schedule

· 401K with 4% Match | Cell Phone Reimbursement | PTO | Aflac plans available

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k) 4% Match
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000

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