Accounts Receivable Clerk

Innovative Mechanical & Design (IMD), a Legence company
IMD is a full-service heating, cooling, plumbing and repair company offering comprehensive turnkey solutions. Our experienced team aspires to build, design, and create the resolutions you need using intelligent, creative methods that both meet and exceed industry standards. Together, we collaborate on each project to offer a "think out of the box approach" to solutions because we believe in assisting our clients with options and quality consultations.


Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for the accurate and timely invoicing of customers, application of payments, and management of outstanding receivables to ensure strong cash flow and accurate financial records.

This role plays a key part in maintaining customer relationships, resolving billing discrepancies, and supporting overall financial operations in a fast-paced, project-based environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, and able to balance accuracy with proactive follow-through.

Pay Range: $23.00 - 27.00 / hour

Key Responsibilities

Billing & Invoicing

• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensure invoices align with contracts, services rendered, and project terms
• Maintain consistency and accuracy in all billing activities

Collections & Cash Application

• Monitor outstanding balances and proactively follow up on overdue accounts
• Perform collections activities while maintaining strong customer relationships
• Accurately process and apply customer payments to the appropriate accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between invoices and payments

Account Reconciliation & Maintenance

• Reconcile customer accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Maintain up-to-date customer records, including invoices and payment history
• Identify and resolve variances or outstanding issues in a timely manner

Customer & Cross-Functional Support

• Communicate professionally with customers regarding billing, payments, and account status
• Respond to inquiries and assist in resolving billing disputes
• Partner with internal teams (e.g., sales, operations, project teams) to resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy

Month-End Close & Reporting

• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts receivable
• Prepare reports and schedules to support management review
• Ensure AR subledger aligns with the general ledger

Operational Support

• Support special projects and ad hoc requests as assigned
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Core Competencies & Skills

Communication & Customer Focus

• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and internal stakeholders
• Provide responsive, high-quality support and service

Attention to Detail & Accuracy

• Ensure precision in invoicing, payment application, and reconciliation
• Maintain high-quality, audit-ready records

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

• Identify discrepancies and root causes of issues
• Resolve problems independently or escalate appropriately

Organization & Time Management

• Manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Maintain strong follow-through on outstanding items

Adaptability & Continuous Learning

• Apply new information to improve processes and outcomes
• Remain flexible in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounts receivable or related accounting role
• Construction or project-based accounting experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems preferred
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems-enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world's most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program
Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan

Reasonable Accommodations
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Employment Eligibility
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate's exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.


Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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