Part-Time Bookkeeper & Operations Coordinator

PART\-TIME BOOKKEEPER \& OPERATIONS COORDINATOR Pay: $18–$22 per hour, depending on experience Hours: Approximately 15–25 hours per week Schedule: Flexible, with some availability during normal business hours Work Arrangement: Primarily work from home with occasional local travel ABOUT THE POSITION We are a small, growing privately owned business with operations in ranching, construction, real estate, and rental properties. We are looking for a dependable, organized, and trustworthy person to provide bookkeeping and general business/operations support. This is a part\-time position with the opportunity for additional hours and increased responsibility as the businesses grow. The right person will be comfortable wearing several hats. This is not a traditional bookkeeping\-only position. We need someone who can keep track of what needs to be done, communicate with vendors and employees, stay organized, and take initiative without needing to be told every step. RESPONSIBILITIES Bookkeeping \& Financial: * QuickBooks bookkeeping and data entry * Accounts payable and accounts receivable * Process payroll * Receive, organize, and code invoices * Track bills and payments and keep the owner informed of what needs attention * Maintain financial records * Prepare spreadsheets and basic financial reports * Assist with cash\-flow tracking * Identify errors, unusual expenses, or missing information Construction: * Enter and track invoices by project * Track project costs and job costing * Obtain and organize subcontractor bids * Compare pricing and help identify cost savings * Assist with purchasing and material ordering * Prepare and track construction draw requests * Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers * Occasionally visit job sites, pick up materials, or handle other local tasks Ranch Operations: * Payroll * Help employees obtain supplies or resolve routine issues * Track purchases and expenses * Assist with general administrative tasks * Support the owner and business managers with miscellaneous projects Rental Properties: * Track rent payments * Follow up on late payments * Communicate with tenants * Receive and document maintenance requests * Coordinate communication between tenants, the owner, and contractors * Follow up to make sure issues are addressed Other: * Research vendors, products, services, properties, and contractors * Compare prices and options * Build spreadsheets and reports * Assist with real estate and business research * Handle special projects and other tasks as they arise WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Trustworthiness is the most important qualification. You will have access to financial information, payroll, company expenses, and other confidential business information. We need someone who is honest, dependable, accountable, and takes their responsibilities seriously. The ideal candidate: * Is highly organized and detail\-oriented * Takes ownership of their work * Follows through without constant superv