Senior Bookkeeper

Senior Bookkeeper (Construction)

Stewart Construction – Sebring, FL
Full-Time | In-Office (2-3 days Remote Possible)

Stewart Construction is a growing, family-owned construction and remodeling company based in Sebring, Florida. We are seeking a Senior Bookkeeper with a high level of experience—someone who can operate beyond day-to-day bookkeeping and function as the financial backbone of the company.

This role is ideal for a seasoned bookkeeper or accounting professional who is comfortable with financial reporting, job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) tracking, and cash flow forecasting, and who wants to work closely with ownership in a hands-on, decision-support role.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain accurate and timely financial records in QuickBooks Online
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Perform monthly account reconciliations
• Process and oversee payroll, payroll taxes, and related filings
• Track subcontractor payments and compliance
• Handle sales tax and use tax reporting as required

Construction Financial Management

• Prepare and maintain Work in Progress (WIP) reports
• Track job costs, margins, and profitability by project
• Reconcile job cost data between accounting and project management systems
• Identify cost overruns, billing gaps, and margin trends
• Assist ownership with understanding job-level financial performance

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Create budget vs. actual reports and variance explanations
• Develop cash flow forecasts and financial projections
• Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions

Oversight & Process Improvement

• Improve and document accounting processes and internal controls
• Coordinate with company CPA for year-end close and tax filings
• Support company growth through better reporting, structure, and visibility
• Act as a trusted financial resource for ownership and management

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online
• Experience with reconciliations, payroll, and financial reporting
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to clearly explain financial information to non-accountants

Strongly Preferred

• Construction industry experience
• Experience with job costing and WIP reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, reporting)
• Prior experience working closely with ownership or leadership
• Background as a senior bookkeeper, accounting manager, or controller

CPA or accounting degree is a plus, but not required.

Who This Role Is Not For

• Entry-level bookkeepers
• Candidates limited to data entry, bill pay, or basic reconciliation
• Anyone uncomfortable taking ownership of financial accuracy and reporting

Why Stewart Construction

• Stable, growing construction company with long-term vision
• Direct access to ownership and meaningful impact on decisions
• Opportunity to evolve into a controller-level role
• Emphasis on accuracy, transparency, and doing things the right way
• Flexible family oriented company

Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401k plan

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• QuickBooks: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sebring, FL 33870 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sebring, FL 33870: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person