Bookkeeper

About the role

Katie Weigel with Robert Half Finance and Accounting, direct hire placement of accounting and finance professionals is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support accounting and escrow transaction coordination activities for a construction-focused organization in Reno, Nevada. This role combines bookkeeping, accounts payable support, and escrow-related administration to help keep financial records accurate and closing processes on track. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable working with multiple internal teams and external partners in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Compile and update weekly sales reporting using current transaction and recap data.
• Track open and completed escrows, resolve closing-related issues, and follow up with involved parties to keep transactions moving forward.
• Examine lot-specific escrow files, organize required paperwork, and prepare documents for signature and final processing.
• Record receipts accurately, maintain balanced files, and keep daily closing logs and related administrative reports up to date.
• Coordinate with lenders, title representatives, sales staff, construction teams, and buyers to support timely funding and successful closings.
• Monitor outstanding escrow conditions, including insurance items, payoffs, inspection-related documents, and lien releases, to ensure requirements are completed.
• Review invoices, payment requests, and vendor billing packages for approvals, accuracy, and proper account coding before payment processing.
• Support accounts payable administration by handling vendor record updates, void check requests, utility-related payment issues, and progress payment follow-up.
• Assist with general accounting tasks such as reconciliations, journal entry input, and preparation of monthly real estate renewal documentation.
• Perform additional bookkeeping and administrative duties as needed to support the accounting function.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of experience in general accounting, bookkeeping, escrow processing, or a related financial support role.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliation processes.
• Experience reviewing financial documents for completeness, accuracy, approvals, and coding details.
• Construction industry payable experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards E1 is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and the ability to follow established procedures and supervisor direction.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for your entire family for about $150 per pay period.
• 401k match at 5%.
• Opportunity for growth.
• Good challenge but a fun environment.
• Incredible culture with long-tenured employees (none placed in nearly 15 years have ever left).
• Team-oriented environment with hard working, smart individuals who are good team players.