Accounts Receivable Specialist

Alpha Paving•Houston, TX

1d•$27 - $33

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing the billing processes for construction projects, ensuring accuracy in project setup, invoicing, and accounts receivable.

Requirements

Ability to provide good customer service and address complaints promptly.
Knowledge in data entry.
Knowledge of bookkeeping and other financial software.
Understanding of and ability to adhere to accepted accounting principles.
Proficient with accounting software.
Excellent organizational skills and diligence.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Google Suite, NetSuite, or similar software.
Problem solving and an initiative-taking mindset.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or related field a plus.
Three to five years of construction accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

Calculating billing amounts and mailing bills when needed.
Organizing and updating digital records
Updates and retains customer account information related to special billing conditions, tax status, invoice approval contact, billing addresses and special billing rates.
Coordinates with Project Managers to establish billing timing and procedures/progress billings.
Works with project managers to ensure billings are complete, accurate and on time.
Prepares payment requisitions for projects that require schedules of values and supporting schedules.
Reminds customers about upcoming payments or past-due accounts and follows-up weekly to ensure that the payments are received on a timely basis.
Works with project managers and customers to resolve receivable issues.
Processes invoice credits, as necessary.
Keeps accurate records of payments received from customers.
Records electronic or check deposits to company bank accounts.
Maintains billing log and prepares retention billing at end of project.
Updates accounts receivable database with new projects and necessary supporting documentation.
Creates reports for managers and provides records when requested.