Accounts Receivable Specialist

About the role

This position is responsible for preparing and managing accounts receivable, supporting general accounting tasks, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare progress billing invoices based on completed work.
• Collect accounts receivable and follow up on past due accounts.
• Process customer payments and apply to appropriate projects.
• Prepare draw request documentation for construction loans.
• Manage retention receivables and release processes.
• Cook with project managers on billing issues.

General Support

• Assist with job costing and project accounting.
• Help prepare monthly financial statements and job profitability reports.
• Ensure prevailing wage compliance where applicable.
• Support year-end processes and 1099 preparation.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years AP/AR experience (1+ year construction accounting preferred).
• Proficiency with construction accounting software (Sage 300, Foundation, QuickBooks Contractor).
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of job costing and project accounting principles.
• Excellent communication skills for vendor/client interaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (preferred).
• 3+ years construction accounting experience (preferred).
• Experience with lien waivers and construction contracts (preferred).
• Knowledge of prevailing wage and certified payroll processes (preferred).
• Construction industry terminology familiarity (preferred).
• Relevant certifications (QuickBooks, construction industry) (preferred).