Job Description
A growing project-based organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Accountant to join its Accounting team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role supports a decentralized billing environment by coordinating the billing process rather than generating customer invoices directly. Primary responsibilities include issuing invoice numbers, reconciling invoice logs, monitoring accounts receivable aging, and partnering with project personnel to ensure accurate and timely billing support.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in accounts receivable, solid general accounting knowledge, and experience supporting both percentage-of-completion and reimbursable/cost-plus contract billing.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a collaborative accounting professional who thrives in a detail-oriented environment, enjoys solving complex reconciliation issues, and values partnering with operations to support accurate financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while working alongside an experienced accounting team.
A growing project-based organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Accountant to join its Accounting team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role supports a decentralized billing environment by coordinating the billing process rather than generating customer invoices directly. Primary responsibilities include issuing invoice numbers, reconciling invoice logs, monitoring accounts receivable aging, and partnering with project personnel to ensure accurate and timely billing support.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in accounts receivable, solid general accounting knowledge, and experience supporting both percentage-of-completion and reimbursable/cost-plus contract billing.
Key Responsibilities
- Issue and track invoice numbers for project and field personnel in support of the billing process.
- Reconcile invoice logs across multiple projects and business units to ensure accuracy, completeness, and visibility into unbilled items.
- Research and resolve invoicing discrepancies, billing inquiries, cash application issues, and collection-related matters.
- Prepare and distribute cash receipt notifications to internal stakeholders.
- Support billing and reporting for percentage-of-completion and reimbursable/cost-plus contracts.
- Compile supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
- Assist with general accounting activities, including account reconciliations and month-end close.
- Partner with project teams and Accounting personnel to support project reporting, reconciliations, and financial accuracy.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collection follow-up to support timely cash flow.
- 5-7 years of accounts receivable experience, including AR aging, billing support, invoice tracking, cash applications, and collections.
- Working knowledge of general accounting principles, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Experience reconciling accounts receivable subledger activity to the general ledger and independently researching and resolving variances.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and working with large datasets.
- Experience using a mid-market or enterprise ERP system.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently in a fast-paced, decentralized environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in construction, engineering, or another project-based industry.
- Familiarity with percentage-of-completion and reimbursable/cost-plus contract accounting.
We are seeking a collaborative accounting professional who thrives in a detail-oriented environment, enjoys solving complex reconciliation issues, and values partnering with operations to support accurate financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization while working alongside an experienced accounting team.