Full Charge Bookkeeper Job at Robert Half (Westport)

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Westport

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to support a small, highly specialized real estate development and design team focused on building custom luxury residences for ultra-high-net-worth clients. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage full-cycle bookkeeping across multiple high-value projects with accuracy and care. This is a hands-on role well-suited for someone who values precision over volume and enjoys working closely with ownership, project teams, and external advisors.

Job Responsibility:

Oversee all day-to-day bookkeeping activities for development and related entities
Manage accounts payable and receivable, including vendor invoices, retainers, and client billings
Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts across multiple projects or entities
Perform bank, credit card, and escrow account reconciliations
Process payroll and coordinate with third-party payroll and tax providers
Support month-end and year-end close activities
Track project-level costs across custom home builds, including construction, design, and professional services
Monitor budgets, draws, and cash flow for active projects
Assist with job costing, variance tracking, and financial reporting by project
Support lender, investor, or ownership reporting as required
Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and internal reporting packages
Work closely with ownership, project managers, and external CPAs
Support tax preparation, audits, and entity-level reporting
Maintain organized financial documentation and records
Manage contracts, vendor agreements, and financial documentation with confidentiality
Support insurance, permitting-related financial documentation, and compliance tracking
Assist leadership with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting needs

Requirements:

5+ years of experience in full-charge bookkeeping or full-cycle accounting
Prior experience in real estate development, construction, architecture, or luxury services strongly preferred
Solid understanding of job costing, project accounting, and multi-entity structures
Experience with accounting software (construction or real estate systems a plus)
Payroll experience, either in-house or via third-party providers
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
Ability to work independently in a small, hands-on environment
Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with ownership

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
January 21, 2026

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