Full Charge Bookkeeper – Luxury Real Estate Development

Join Robert Half in placing top talent for an elite opportunity with a boutique real estate development firm specializing in custom luxury residences for ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Located in the affluent Westport, Connecticut area, this Full Charge Bookkeeper role offers a unique chance to manage the financial heartbeat of high-stakes, bespoke home builds where every detail matters. If you thrive in precision-driven environments, value discretion, and enjoy partnering directly with ownership on multimillion-dollar projects, this position is your ideal match.

About the Role

This hands-on Full Charge Bookkeeper position supports a lean, high-performing team focused on crafting extraordinary custom homes. You'll handle full-cycle accounting for multiple development entities, ensuring impeccable financial oversight from inception to completion. Unlike high-volume corporate roles, this job emphasizes quality over quantity—perfect for meticulous professionals who excel in managing complex, project-based finances in the luxury real estate sector. Work closely with principals, project managers, architects, and external advisors in a collaborative, low-drama setting. Robert Half is proud to connect skilled bookkeepers like you with such prestigious opportunities in Westport, CT.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Bookkeeping & Accounting

• Oversee all day-to-day bookkeeping activities for real estate development and related entities, ensuring accuracy across high-value transactions.
• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), processing vendor invoices, retainers, owner draws, and client billings with precision.
• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and subsidiary ledgers for multiple projects or legal entities.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, and escrow accounts critical to real estate closings and funding.
• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll for small team members and coordinate with third-party providers for tax filings and compliance.
• Execute month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, deferrals, and prepaid expense adjustments.

Project & Cost Accounting

• Track detailed project-level costs for custom luxury home builds, encompassing construction, interior design, landscaping, and professional fees.
• Monitor project budgets, track draws from lenders or investors, and forecast cash flow to keep multimillion-dollar developments on track.
• Perform job costing, variance analysis, and generate project-specific financial reports for ownership review.
• Prepare customized reporting for lenders, equity investors, or principals, highlighting key metrics like cost-to-complete and profitability.

Financial Reporting & Collaboration

• Prepare accurate monthly P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, packaged for executive review.
• Collaborate seamlessly with ownership, project managers, and external CPAs on financial matters.
• Support annual tax preparation, audits, and multi-entity compliance reporting with organized documentation.
• Maintain a robust filing system for all financial records, ensuring audit-readiness and confidentiality.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Manage contracts, vendor agreements, change orders, and financial documentation with the utmost discretion for high-profile clients.
• Track insurance certificates, permitting fees, and compliance-related financials.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis, scenario modeling, and reporting to support strategic decisions.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Full Charge Bookkeeper role, candidates should bring 5+ years of hands-on experience in full-cycle bookkeeping, ideally within real estate, construction, or property development. Proficiency in QuickBooks Online/Desktop, advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs), and familiarity with project accounting software is essential. A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, along with proven ability to handle multiple entities, escrow reconciliations, and confidential high-net-worth finances. Exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and communication skills are non-negotiable, as you'll interface directly with executives and advisors. Experience with payroll processing, month-end closes, and lender reporting in luxury markets will set you apart.

Why Join Us

Partner with Robert Half to step into a rewarding career at the forefront of luxury real estate development in Westport, Connecticut. Enjoy a competitive salary of approximately $90,000, commensurate with experience, in a full-time role that offers intellectual challenge without overwhelming volume. Benefit from working in a prestigious, creative environment where your precision directly influences iconic luxury homes. Gain exposure to ultra-high-net-worth clientele, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and grow within a niche industry. This is more than a bookkeeping job—it's a chance to be the financial guardian of extraordinary legacies. Apply today through Robert Half and elevate your career in elite real estate accounting.