Job Description
Job Title: Experienced Bookkeeper
Location: New York City
Are you a detail-driven, highly organized Bookkeeper with a passion for numbers and a deep understanding of the architectural or construction industry? We're looking for a seasoned professional to join our dynamic team at a growing NYC-based firm specializing in architecture, FISP, and façade restoration. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves systems and structure, and wants to play a key role in the financial management and growth of a mission-driven, technically-focused company.
What You'll Do:
- Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using QuickBooks and BQE Core
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger, A/P, A/R, payroll, and project billing
- Collaborate with operations and project teams to ensure accurate job costing
- Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings
- Create and manage detailed project and financial reports directly within BQE Core for internal and external stakeholders
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations
- Train and mentor a junior financial associate to support administrative and bookkeeping functions
- Work closely with the principals and administrative team to streamline processes, optimize BQE reporting capabilities, and support strategic decision-making
What We're Looking For:
- Minimum 5 years of professional bookkeeping experience (preferably in architecture, engineering, or construction)
- Advanced proficiency in BQE Core-especially for reporting and project tracking
- Strong experience with QuickBooks Online
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
- NYC-based candidates only
- Highly organized, deadline-oriented, and comfortable working independently
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Why Join Us? We're committed to craftsmanship, quality, and smart design-and that extends to the way we run our business. We're a tight-knit team that values transparency, creativity, and growth. You'll work directly with the principals and leadership team, helping to shape the firm's financial future while mentoring the next generation of support staff. Your ability to build accurate, insightful reports in BQE will be key to driving smart decisions as we continue to grow.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/yr.
-Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plans with company matching, life insurance, and disability coverage
- Paid Time Off: Unlimited PTO, 8 holidays
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Options for flex-time and remote work to accommodate different lifestyles and needs
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure employees and their families are covered.
- Professional Development: Education, training, tuition, and certification reimbursement programs to support continuous learning and career advancement
- Inclusive Culture: A diverse and welcoming environment that encourages internal mobility and community involvement
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in NEW YORK,NY.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025.
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Job Tags
Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours,