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Good Guys Contracting

Bookkeeper

West Babylon, NY · On-site

$26/hr

Training & development Bookkeeper - Construction Company Good Guys Contracting Long Island, NY | Full-Time | In-Person $26-per hour About Good Guys Contracting Good Guys Contracting is an established ...

Professional Interior Contracting Inc.

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Long Island City, NY · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Bookkeeper Professional Interior Contracting (PIC) Long Island City, NY Full-Time | Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM $28.00 - $30.00 per hour Professional Interior Construction & Millwork (PIC) is ...

The Waterproofing Pros LLC

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Wall, NJ · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

You'll own the books for The Waterproofing Pros and handle lighter-touch bookkeeping for a small ... Experience in construction, contracting, or trades (job costing, certificates of insurance, lien ...

CTH Recruiting LLC

Bookkeeper

Highland Park, IL

$75K/yr

Bookkeeper Location: Highland Park, IL - In-Office Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift Position Type ... The ideal candidate has experience within construction, contracting, or the trades and is familiar ...

SWALLOWING DIAGNOSTICS INC

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Pompano Beach, FL · On-site

$500/mo

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Bookkeeper

Wall, NJ · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

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Coverall Painting Contractors Inc.

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West Palm Beach, FL · Remote

$20 - $26/hr

Coverall Painting Contractors Inc. is seeking an experienced, dependable Construction Bookkeeper / Job Coordinator to assist with the financial and administrative side of our growing painting and ...

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Rockville, MD · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

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Bookkeeper

Plano, TX · On-site

... part-time contracted basis. As a Bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in managing the books for our series LLC. While this will be fully remote work, we want to be able to meet onsite ...

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Yonkers, NY · On-site

$1.2K - $1.3K/wk

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our small accounting team in a fast pace HVAC contractors office. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting payroll, and ...

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... part-time contracted basis. As a Bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in managing the books for our series LLC. While this will be fully remote work, we want to be able to meet onsite ...

The Contractor Consultants

Bookkeeper

Denver, CO

$65K - $85K/yr

Corporate Bookkeeper - Manage Financial Integrity and Compliance for a Fast-Paced Construction ... Prepare accurate contractor and vendor payments systematically to ensure continuous, on-time ...

Miller EG Design

Full Time Bookkeeper

Acworth, GA · On-site

Contractor Coordination: Track independent contractor invoices, verify completed work, and ensure ... Experience: M inimum of 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in the sign industry ...

Miller EG Design

Full Time Bookkeeper

Acworth, GA · On-site

Contractor Coordination: Track independent contractor invoices, verify completed work, and ensure ... Experience: M inimum of 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in the sign industry ...

CHW Consulting Inc

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Bookkeeper (Construction)

Westhampton Beach, NY · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper to maintain company's financial records and daily accounting activities at a General Contracting Company. The ideal candidate has strong ...

Grassi

Bookkeeper

Little Ferry, NJ · On-site

$80K/yr

Full Charge Bookkeeper Company: Zabransky Mechanical Corporation Location: Little Ferry, NJ About ... Zabransky Mechanical Corporation is a well-established mechanical contracting company with sales ...

Lifeline Financial Services LLC

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Part Time to Full Time Bookkeeper

Bedford, NH · On-site

Our full-service financial and administrative support services include tax-related documentation and reporting for CPA's. (Please Note: 1099 Contractors or Self-Employed Bookkeeping and Accounting ...

Lifeline Financial Services LLC

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Our full-service financial and administrative support services include tax-related documentation and reporting for CPA's. (Please Note: 1099 Contractors or Self-Employed Bookkeeping and Accounting ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for contracted bookkeeper in the United States is $24.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Contracted bookkeepers are professionals hired on a temporary or part-time basis, rather than as full-time employees, to manage a company's financial records. Their duties typically include recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, producing financial statements, and ensuring accuracy in the company's bookkeeping. Businesses often hire contracted bookkeepers to save on employment costs or to fill short-term needs, such as during tax season or financial audits. They may work independently or through an accounting firm, and often serve multiple clients at once.

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To thrive as a Contracted Bookkeeper, you need a strong grasp of accounting principles, attention to detail, and experience with bookkeeping tasks, often supported by an associate's degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage, and sometimes certification in these platforms, is typically required. Strong organizational skills, integrity, and clear communication help build client trust and ensure accuracy in financial reporting. These skills are crucial for maintaining precise records, supporting business decision-making, and meeting compliance requirements.

What are some common challenges contracted bookkeepers face when working with multiple clients, and how can they manage these effectively?

Contracted bookkeepers often juggle the needs of several clients simultaneously, which can lead to challenges such as managing varying deadlines, adapting to different accounting systems, and maintaining clear communication. To address these, many bookkeepers use robust project management tools, set clear expectations with each client regarding deliverables, and establish efficient workflows for regular reporting. Staying organized and proactive with communication helps ensure smooth collaboration and high-quality service, even when handling diverse client requirements.

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AspectContracted BookkeeperPart-Time Bookkeeper
CredentialsTypically requires bookkeeping certifications or experienceOften requires similar credentials, but may vary by employer
Work EnvironmentUsually works remotely or on-site for multiple clientsWorks on-site or remotely for a single employer or client
Employer UsageHired on a contractual basis for specific projects or periodsEmployed part-time, with set hours per week
Search IntentLooking for flexible, project-based bookkeeping servicesSeeking ongoing, reduced-hour bookkeeping support

The main difference is that a Contracted Bookkeeper is hired for specific projects or periods, often working with multiple clients, while a Part-Time Bookkeeper works fewer hours for a single employer or client on an ongoing basis. Both roles typically require similar credentials but differ in work arrangement and employment structure.

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To become a contracted bookkeeper, you typically need a background in accounting or finance, proficiency with bookkeeping software like QuickBooks, and relevant experience. Many contracted bookkeepers obtain certifications such as the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) or QuickBooks Certification to enhance credibility and job prospects.

What does a contracted bookkeeper do?

A contracted bookkeeper manages a company's financial records on a temporary or project basis, handling tasks such as recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports. They often use accounting software like QuickBooks and may work remotely or on-site, depending on the arrangement.
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Bookkeeper

West Babylon, NY • On-site

Good Guys Contracting
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$26/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 12 days ago

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Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

Bookkeeper – Construction Company
Good Guys Contracting
Long Island, NY | Full-Time | In-Person
$26–per hour
About Good Guys Contracting
Good Guys Contracting is an established and growing exterior remodeling company serving homeowners throughout Long Island. We specialize in high-end siding, roofing, windows, doors, decking, and exterior renovations.
As our company continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team and take ownership of our day-to-day bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping.
We’re not looking for an entry-level bookkeeper, but we’re also not looking for a Controller, CPA, or someone with decades of senior accounting experience.
We’re looking for someone in the middle: a solid, experienced bookkeeper who understands the fundamentals, is comfortable in QuickBooks, pays close attention to details, and wants to become an important part of a growing company.

You’ll Have Support From Day One
We’re currently working with an outside consulting company that specializes in bookkeeping and financial systems for growing construction companies.
They are helping us further develop and refine our QuickBooks setup, construction accounting processes, job costing, reporting, and financial systems.
Our new Bookkeeper will initially work directly with this team to learn the systems and processes being built for Good Guys Contracting.
You won’t be walking into the position and simply being told to figure everything out yourself.
You’ll have experienced construction-bookkeeping professionals helping establish the systems, processes, and best practices you’ll ultimately help manage.
As you become comfortable with those systems, you’ll take increasing ownership of our day-to-day bookkeeping and help ensure everything continues to operate accurately and consistently as the company grows.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
  • Managing day-to-day bookkeeping in QuickBooks
  • Accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Entering and paying vendor and subcontractor bills
  • Recording and tracking customer payments and deposits
  • Bank and credit-card reconciliations
  • Maintaining accurate general-ledger records
  • Properly categorizing expenses
  • Tracking costs and expenses by individual project
  • Assisting with construction job costing and job profitability
  • Maintaining accurate vendor and subcontractor records
  • Assisting with payroll-related bookkeeping and records
  • Identifying discrepancies and helping resolve them
  • Preparing regular bookkeeping and financial reports for management
  • Maintaining organized financial records and documentation
  • Working with our outside bookkeeping consultants and CPA/accountant
  • Following and maintaining the financial processes being developed for the company
  • Helping improve our bookkeeping systems as Good Guys Contracting continues to grow

What We’re Looking For

  • 3+ years of professional bookkeeping experience preferred
  • MUST HAVE 2+ years of hands-on QuickBooks experience 
  • Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Experience performing bank and credit-card reconciliations
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Highly organized with excellent follow-through
  • Comfortable learning and following established processes
  • Able to recognize when something doesn’t look right and investigate it
  • Comfortable working independently once trained
  • Strong communication skills
  • Comfortable working in a growing, fast-paced small-business environment

Construction Experience Is a Plus — Not a Requirement
Experience with construction bookkeeping, job costing, or project-based accounting is a definite plus.
However, we’re willing to teach the construction-specific side of the position to the right experienced bookkeeper.

Because you’ll initially be working alongside a consulting company that specializes in bookkeeping for growing construction companies, we’re more interested in finding someone with strong bookkeeping fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to learn than someone who simply has “construction” on their résumé.