Accounts Receivable Analyst

Accounts Receivable – Analyst

The Accounts Receivable Area Analyst is a critical driver of Kimbel's financial health. You aren't just processing paperwork; you are managing the lifecycle of our revenue. By combining a strong sense of urgency with unwavering attention to detail, you ensure our cash flow remains robust, our project managers are supported, and our customer relationships are strengthened through accurate and professional billing.

Kimbel Core Values in Action

• Team: You collaborate seamlessly with Project Managers and Directors to resolve billing hurdles.
• Hunger: You have a relentless desire to learn MEP industry nuances, such as AIA billing and lien laws.
• Grit: You possess the persistence needed to follow up on past-due accounts and resolve complex reconciliations.
• Humility: You are a lifelong learner who welcomes feedback and is always ready to assist the broader accounting team.
• Integrity: You handle financial data with absolute accuracy and transparency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Revenue Management: Own the end-to-end billing process for assigned regions, ensuring invoices are sent promptly and accurately.
• Project Partnering: Serve as a financial partner to Directors and Project Managers; proactively track change orders and maintain real-time billing accuracy.
• Cash Application: Swiftly receive and apply payments (ACH, check, wire), ensuring that customer accounts are always up to date.
• Proactive Collections: Manage the AR Aging report with a focus on reducing DSO. Communicate firmly but professionally with customers regarding past-due balances.
• Compliance: Assist in the preparation and submission of AIA documentation for the Commercial Housing Division; manage lien waivers and compliance items to protect company interests.
• Resolution & Reconciliation: Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies by bridging the gap between operations data and customer payment records.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline warranty invoicing and other departmental tasks to improve team efficiency.

What You Bring (Core Competencies)

• Sense of Urgency: You understand that "cash is king" and work with speed to meet month-end deadlines.
• Technical Aptitude: High proficiency in accounting ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Communication Mastery: The ability to be "personable yet persistent" when navigating sensitive collection calls or internal disputes.
• Detail Obsession: A natural instinct to double-check numbers and ensure every AIA document is perfect before submission.
• Collaborative Mindset: A "no task is too small" attitude and a desire to see the entire accounting team succeed.

Expectations

• Work Environment: Professional office setting at our headquarters.
• Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. As a PE-backed firm, additional hours may be required during "The Push" (month-end/year-end close).
• Growth: This role is designed for someone who wants to grow within the Finance department of a rapidly expanding multi-state contractor.

Why work for Kimbel Mechanical?

Kimbel Mechanical Systems, LLC is Arkansas' largest mechanical contractor performing work nationwide. We perform all phases of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work on projects such as single-family homes, apartments, condominiums, hotels, and student housing. Kimbel offers employees year-round employment, top pay, and great benefits with opportunities for professional growth, and much more. At Kimbel, your career is our priority. With a structured Career Path laid out in front of you the day you walk in the door, Kimbel dedicates its commitment and resources to ensure you reach your career goals.

• Upon hire, PTO hours are added to your PTO account
• Health coverage: Choose either PPO or HDHP plan
• Dental and vision coverage
• Basic Life Insurance provided by Kimbel, additional voluntary life insurance policies available
• Short-term disability policy. At your one year anniversary Kimbel automatically enrolls employees in the company-paid short term and long-term disability policies at no cost.
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness
• Secure Save Emergency Savings Fund
• 401(k) retirement plan with a match
• Seven paid holidays, two paid volunteer days per calendar year
• 2 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid birth recovery leave
• First 6 months of diapers and wipes provided by Kimbel for newborns
• For Eligible Field and Warehouse Employees, $150 Red Wing or Ariat/Crew or Cavender's Boot Voucher to purchase new boots every 2 years