Full Charge Bookkeeper

ABOUT THE COMPANY

This organization is a high-end residential construction firm specializing in custom homes and large-scale renovations in the Princeton, New Jersey area. The company focuses on delivering exceptional craftsmanship and a highly personalized client experience, with projects ranging from $3M–$7M custom homes and $500K–$4.5M renovations. Known for its transparency, attention to detail, and strong client relationships, the firm operates within a close-knit team environment and is actively scaling its operations as part of its next phase of growth.

COMPANY INFORMATION

• Headcount: ~16 employees
• Location: Princeton, NJ
• Market: High-end residential construction (custom homes & renovations)
• Geographic Focus: Projects typically within a 20-minute radius of Princeton
• Operating System: EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)

CORE VALUES

• Transparency: Open communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ownership & Accountability: Taking full responsibility for projects and delivering on commitments.
• Quality Craftsmanship: A commitment to excellence in every build.
• Client-Centric Mindset: Prioritizing the client experience throughout the project lifecycle.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Job Costing Review: Verify subcontractor invoices against project budgets and approved change orders before entry.
• Financial Accuracy: Identify coding discrepancies, budget inconsistencies, and financial irregularities proactively.
• Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations for vendor/material house accounts and company credit cards.
• Reporting: Prepare accurate financial reports and assist with weekly finance meetings.
• Payroll Support: Enter employee timesheets into QuickBooks and track labor hours by job category.
• PM Collaboration: Work directly with Project Managers to resolve financial questions and support operational decision-making.
• Process Ownership: Support the full bookkeeping cycle across multiple active projects with high organization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: 3–5+ years of hands-on experience as a Full-Charge Bookkeeper or in a highly transactional project-based accounting environment.
• Software Proficiency: Strong experience with QuickBooks Desktop (Enterprise is a plus) and Excel.
• Communication: Comfortable communicating with Project Managers, vendors, subcontractors, and leadership teams.
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to think critically and identify financial inconsistencies rather than simply processing transactions.
• Organization: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously.
• Work Model: Must be comfortable working fully onsite in Princeton, NJ.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Industry Exposure: Prior experience in construction, real estate, or project-based accounting is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Job Costing Knowledge: Experience with project budgets, subcontractor invoicing, and change orders.
• Growth Potential: Interest in long-term growth into a senior accounting or Controller-level position.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 / year
• Health: Company covers 100% of employee base plan (Medical); Dental and Vision available.
• Retirement: 401(k) with ~3% Safe Harbor Contribution (100% vested) plus Profit Sharing.
• Time Off: Paid vacation, personal days, sick time, and 6 major paid holidays.
• Security: $10,000 Life Insurance policy provided at no cost.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Environment: Collaborative office with frequent interaction between accounting and project management.
• Tools: Multi-monitor workstation setup provided to support productivity.
• Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility for reporting deadlines.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

1. Initial screening with Talent Harbor
2. Onsite interview with company leadership and accounting stakeholders
3. Final team/culture-fit discussion