Full Charge Bookkeeper

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Full Charge Bookkeeper – Construction / Steel Erection
Location: New Jersey
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage all accounting operations for a growing steel erection company based in New Jersey. This role supports both open shop and prevailing wage construction projects and requires hands-on ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, job costing, and compliance-related reporting.

This position works closely with ownership and project management and plays a key role in the financial health and operational success of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Full-cycle bookkeeping including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and monthly closings

·        Payroll processing for open shop and prevailing wage projects, including certified payroll reporting

·        Ensuring compliance with New Jersey and federal prevailing wage requirements

·        Construction job cost accounting, including accurate allocation of labor, materials, and equipment

·        Preparation and maintenance of weekly/bi-weekly Work in Progress (WIP) reports

·        Financial reporting including P&L statements, balance sheets, and job cost reports

·        Coordination with CPA for quarterly reviews and year-end reporting

Qualifications:

·        Proven experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper, preferably in construction or steel erection

·        Strong knowledge of prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements in New Jersey

·        Demonstrated experience with construction job costing and labor classifications

·        High proficiency in QuickBooks Online

·        Strong background in accounts receivable with a disciplined approach to accounts payable

·        Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently

Compensation & Benefits:

·        Competitive salary based on experience

·        Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing company

·        Supportive, hands-on management team

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled construction bookkeeper seeking a long-term role with responsibility, autonomy, and direct impact on company operations. Compensation: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

SEAA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of steel industry professionals. SEAA assists our members in their employee recruitment, hiring and training processes and we provide on-going safety and training support in effort to nurture success.