Accounts Receivable Specialist
Location: El Paso, TX
Pay: $18.00$20.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
Position could become full time with the company
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our growing team. This position is ideal for an accounting professional with strong collections and billing experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Construction accounting experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Submit invoices through customer billing portals
- Create and issue purchase orders
- Monitor accounts receivable aging reports (30, 60, and 90+ days)
- Contact customers regarding past-due invoices and follow up on outstanding balances
- Resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues professionally
- Maintain detailed collection notes and customer communication records
- Escalate delinquent accounts as necessary
- Apply customer payments accurately
- Process ACH payments, wire transfers, checks, and credit card payments
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Research and resolve unapplied cash, short payments, and other payment issues
- Set up new customer accounts and maintain customer records
- Verify tax-exempt certificates
- Track lien waivers and releases
- Monitor open work orders awaiting billing
- Track and invoice retainage releases
- Assist with month-end closing activities
- Provide excellent customer service while maintaining positive client relationships
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous Accounts Receivable experience required
- Construction accounting experience preferred
- Experience using Sage 100 Contractor or Sage Intacct preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of lien waivers, progress billing, retainage, and construction contracts is a plus