Bookkeeper

Our client based near Water Mill, NY (Eastern Suffolk County) is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support a leave. The company works with a wide range of subcontractors and vendors, so staying on top of check cutting, AP/AR, and reconciliation is key. This is a great role for someone who likes a steady workflow, a friendly environment, and the ability to make an immediate impact.

This is a hands-on bookkeeping role where organization, accuracy, and urgency matter. This is a temporary assignment with the potential to go temporary to permanent after a few months.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Cut checks daily in QuickBooks Online to subcontractors and vendors — this is the top priority
• Enter invoices and ensure timely payment processing
• Verify pricing, quantities, and match invoices to POs or job tickets
• Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and compliance documents
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Track and manage retention/holdbacks when needed

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Generate and send customer invoices
• Apply payments and update AR aging
• Follow up on outstanding invoices as needed
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure accurate billing
• General Bookkeeping & Month-End Support
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit cards monthly

Maintain and update AP/AR reports

• Assist with job cost tracking and basic project accounting support
• Prepare simple journal entries, adjustments, and month-end updates
• Maintain clean financial records and organized digital files
• Construction Administrative Support
• Support job costing efforts by coding invoices to the correct project
• Assist field/project teams with financial documentation (POs, invoices, receipts)
• Help streamline processes inside QuickBooks Online
• Maintain subcontractor and vendor correspondence

Why This Role Is Great....

• Flexible hours (7–3, 8–4, or 9–5 — whatever works best for you)
• Small, supportive team with a great reputation in the Southampton area
• Autonomy in your day-to-day — they trust their bookkeeper
  

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or related financial roles.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, including accounts payable and receivable workflows.
• Strong knowledge of bank reconciliations and general ledger management.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience in handling vendor compliance records such as W-9s and retention tracking.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with job costing and basic project accounting processes.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.

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