LHH is seeking a highly organized Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist to join a company in Nassau County to work onsite and support core financial operations. This role is responsible for billing, invoicing, payroll processing for 250+ employees, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates with certified payroll experience and a construction industry background are strongly preferred. Company will look at temp to hire candidates and can pay $38 an hour and perm $80K annually.
Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing (Primary) • Process weekly and/or biweekly payroll for 250+ employees. • Prepare and submit Certified Payroll Reports (CPR) and ensure full compliance with prevailing wage requirements. • Maintain employee payroll records, garnishments, deductions, taxes, and leave reporting. • Verify timesheets and labor categories; coordinate closely with field supervisors for accuracy. • Respond to employee payroll inquiries promptly and professionally. Billing & Invoicing • Prepare customer invoices, progress billings, subcontractor billings, and jobcost allocations. • Monitor outstanding invoices and support collections as needed. • Reconcile billing discrepancies and communicate with clients and vendors for resolution. Bookkeeping & Accounting Support • Maintain the general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and monthend close tasks. • Process accounts payable/receivable transactions with accuracy and timeliness. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and vendor statements. • Support audit documentation and compliance requirements. Qualifications Required: • 3+ years of bookkeeping and payroll experience • Proficiency with certified payroll, prevailing wage laws, and reporting • Strong billing and invoicing experience • Solid understanding of general accounting principles • High proficiency in Excel and accounting software Preferred: • Construction industry experience • Experience with union payroll (if applicable) • Knowledge of job costing and construction billing structures (AIA billing, progress billings) Skills & Attributes • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to work onsite and collaborate with operations, HR, and field staff • Excellent communication and problemsolving skills • Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality • Strong organizational and multitasking ability in a fastpaced environment Pay Details: $35.00 to $38.00 per hour Search managed by: Ginny Butindari