Description We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Project Manager/Bookkeeper to join our team on a Contract to permanent basis in Scotts Valley, California. This role is pivotal in managing both the financial and administrative aspects of construction projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. If you have a strong background in accounting, project management, and construction industry practices, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and accurate transactions. • Manage payroll operations, including time tracking, tax compliance, and benefit deductions. • Maintain financial records in QuickBooks, including categorizing transactions and generating detailed reports. • Support project managers by administering budgets, contracts, purchase orders, and change orders. • Ensure proper documentation of project-related files, including compliance records and permits. • Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end and year-end financial closing processes. • Monitor project-related invoicing and follow up on outstanding payments. • Prepare financial summaries and reports for management review. • Uphold internal controls and identify opportunities to improve financial processes. • Address QuickBooks-related issues and provide troubleshooting support. Requirements • A minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, payroll, or construction project administration. • Proficiency in QuickBooks and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. • Strong understanding of construction industry accounting, including job cost coding and lien releases. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. • Attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping. • Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred. • Certification in bookkeeping, accounting, or payroll is a plus. • Experience with Deltek or Deltek Vision software is highly desirable. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .