Accounts Receivable Specialist

A bit about us:

We have partnered with a growing construction company seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its finance team. This role will oversee project billing and collections, support accurate financial reporting, and partner closely with project teams and clients.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of billing or accounts receivable experience, along with experience in construction, engineering, or a related project-based environment. The position requires strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Why join us?

Comprehensive health, dental, & vision insurance options
401(k) + company match
Generous PTO
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
And more

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full project billing and accounts receivable cycle, including invoice preparation, collections, cash application, and issue resolution.
• Partner with project managers and leadership to review contracts, change orders, budgets, and billing requirements.
• Ensure billing complies with contract terms, public sector requirements, and internal policies.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, cash posting issues, aging concerns, and collection challenges.
• Maintain accurate AR records, project documentation, contract files, revenue reports, and aging schedules.
• Support project setup, job cost tracking, time and expense transfers, and revenue recognition activities.
• Assist with audits, financial analysis, and other accounting projects as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve billing and accounting processes using Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate (Timberline).

Requirements:

• 3+ years of billing or accounts receivable experience
• Construction or engineering industry experience required.
• Hands-on experience with Sage 300 (Timberline) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable and how AR activity flows through the general ledger.
• Experience working directly with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve billing and collection issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research discrepancies and variances.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and collaborate effectively with project and finance teams.
• Experience with project accounting, contract billing, change orders, job costing, or public sector billing is a plus.

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