About us Since 1998, Nelson Group has been a leader in real estate development in and around Massachusetts. We’re committed to creating beautiful, high-quality homes with a focus on the families who will live in them. Our hands-on approach and collaboration with a talented team of professionals ensure that every project is completed to the highest standards.
For our first 12 years, we provided general contracting services, helping families build their dream homes. Since 2010, we’ve focused exclusively on real estate development, drawing on our industry experience and strong relationships with subcontractors across the Boston area. That dedication has made Nelson Group a trusted name in the industry.
We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented person to support our CFO with bookkeeping.
About the role You’ll work directly with and report to our CFO, supporting day-to-day bookkeeping. This is a hands-on role for someone who likes clean books, organized files, and keeping the details in order.
What you’ll do
Support the CFO with accounts payable and receivable in QuickBooks, including entering vendor invoices
Perform accurate data entry of financial transactions in QuickBooks
Help prepare invoices, billing, and vendor payments for review and approval
Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers for our construction projects
Reconcile company credit card statements and match charges to receipts
Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts
Assist with payroll processing and tax documentation as needed
Help collect and track subcontractor and vendor compliance documents, including certificates of insurance (COIs) and W-9s
Monitor COI expiration dates and request renewals before coverage lapses
Confirm subcontractors have current documentation on file before work begins or payments are released
Keep project files organized and up to date
Assist the CFO with special projects and administrative tasks as needed
What we’re looking for
[1+] years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
Working knowledge of QuickBooks and Procore
Comfort with Excel
High attention to detail and the habit of double-checking your work
Clear, professional communication with vendors, subcontractors, and project managers
Discretion with confidential financial information
Nice to have
Experience in construction bookkeeping or administration
Experience with Procore
Familiarity with insurance certificates, additional insured requirements, and subcontractor compliance
An associate’s degree or coursework in accounting