Bookkeeping Assistant

Located in Fort Myers, FL

Salary: $22-$23

Job Title: Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist (Temp-to-Hire)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, flexible 8-hour shift between 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Overview:
Express Employment Professionals is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist to join an established construction office team on a temporary-to-hire basis through the end of the year. This role will primarily focus on A/P functions, with additional A/R responsibilities. The ideal candidate is accurate, organized, trainable, and experienced in handling financial transactions in a fast-paced environment. Experience with QuickBooks is required, and bilingual Spanish/English candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable, including emailed invoices, LBMX, and EDI systems
• Enter and reconcile vendor invoices, including identifying and entering missing invoices
• Manage accounts receivable tasks as needed
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Communicate with vendors and customers via phone and email
• Process and apply credit card payments received via phone or email
• Conduct collection calls for accounts overdue by 60+ days
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable required
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (required)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills (phone and email)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Trainable, dependable, and team-oriented
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a strong plus

Employment Type:

• Temp-to-hire through the end of the year, with potential for permanent placement

Benefits (upon hire):

• Medical contribution of $250/month toward employee premium
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and $10,000 life insurance
• Optional benefits: dental, vision, voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• 7 paid holidays
• 80 hours of vacation (prorated)
• 40 hours of sick time
• 24 hours of bereavement leave (immediate family)

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