Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support the accounting team of a growing construction company in Denver, Colorado. This role focuses on accurate billing, timely payment processing, and consistent follow-up on outstanding receivables across project-based customer accounts. The ideal candidate brings accounts receivable experience from construction or a similar contract-driven environment and can build strong working relationships with customers, project managers, and internal teams.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and send customer invoices, including progress and contract-based billings, with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
- Review receivables aging regularly and take proactive steps to collect past-due balances while maintaining clear and attentive customer communication.
- Record incoming payments and apply cash correctly to customer accounts to keep account balances current and accurate.
- Investigate billing questions, payment variances, and account issues, then coordinate with internal partners to resolve them efficiently.
- Work closely with project managers and operations staff to confirm billing details, job status, and supporting documentation before invoicing.
- Maintain organized account files, payment records, and related documentation to support audit readiness and account transparency.
- Reconcile accounts receivable activity with the general ledger and help identify and correct discrepancies.
- Assist with lien waivers, compliance paperwork, customer portal submissions, and other project-related billing requirements as needed.
- Contribute to month-end close tasks and reporting by providing accurate receivables data and account updates.
- Deliver responsive customer service while balancing strong collection practices and positive client relationships. Requirements
- At least 2 years of accounts receivable experience, ideally in construction, engineering, contracting, or another project-based business.
- Working knowledge of contract billing, progress billing, job costing, or similar project accounting processes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or enterprise resource planning systems.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage financial records accurately and consistently.
- Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to research and resolve account discrepancies independently.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform well in a fast-paced work environment.
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