What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at RCL Mechanical?
The Position
We are looking for a detail-driven Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper to support our growing construction and service operations. This is not just a data entry role. This position plays a key role in the financial health of the company, owning day-to-day bookkeeping functions while supporting project financials across both our commercial and service divisions.
This role is ideal for someone who understands construction accounting, job costing, and AIA billing, and wants to grow into a more advanced accounting position over time.
You will work closely with Project Managers, Coordinators, and leadership to ensure billing accuracy, clean books, and strong cash flow management across the company.
What Youll Be Responsible For
Accounts Payable
- Process high-volume vendor invoices across multiple jobs and divisions
- Code invoices correctly to jobs and cost codes
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare and process weekly check runs and ACH payments
- Maintain organized and accurate AP records
AIA Billing & Construction Financials
- Prepare and submit monthly AIA billings to General Contractors
- Manage lien waivers and ensure compliance with billing requirements
- Track project billing schedules and deadlines
- Work with Project Managers to ensure accurate percent complete and job cost alignment
Accounts Receivable & Collections
- Post customer payments and prepare daily deposits
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding invoices
- Support collections to improve cash flow
- Work with operations to resolve billing issues quickly
Bookkeeping & Financial Accuracy (KEY ROLE ADDITION)
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date books in QuickBooks
- Assist in job costing accuracy and cost tracking across all projects
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and intercompany accounts
- Ensure transactions are properly categorized and coded
- Support clean financial reporting for leadership decision-making
- Identify discrepancies and proactively flag issues
Month-End Close Support
- Assist with month-end close process
- Reconcile Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable between Procore, ServiceTitan, and QuickBooks
- Support WIP reporting and job cost reviews
- Help ensure financials are accurate and closed out on time
Certified Payroll
- Track and submit weekly certified payroll reports
- Ensure compliance for both internal employees and subcontractors
What Were Looking For
- Construction accounting experience strongly preferred
- Experience with AIA billing is required
- Bookkeeping experience (QuickBooks or similar) required
- Strong understanding of job costing and cost tracking
- Strong Excel skills (XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.)
- Experience with Procore and/or ServiceTitan is a plus
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000