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Robert Half
Accounts Receivable Specialist
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$45,316 / year median in Illinois
-10% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing company in Oak Brook Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position plays a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow by overseeing customer invoicing, collections activity, and construction-related billing documentation. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in construction accounting, including progress billing and lien waiver administration, and can work effectively with project teams, customers, and internal finance partners.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee receivable balances for construction and commercial accounts, keeping aging current and escalating overdue items in a timely manner.
- Conduct collection outreach with customers to secure payment, resolve delinquent balances, and maintain clear records of all follow-up activity.
- Research invoice discrepancies, short-pay situations, and disputed charges, then coordinate with internal teams to reach accurate resolution.
- Prepare and submit monthly progress billings for construction projects, ensuring each billing package reflects contract terms and work completed.
- Partner with project managers to gather supporting documents needed for customer billing submissions and payment applications.
- Administer conditional and unconditional lien waivers, track release status, and maintain organized project documentation tied to payment requirements.
- Reconcile customer accounts, answer billing and balance questions, and support accurate receivable reporting during month-end close.
- Produce aging, collections, and cash flow reports for leadership while helping improve billing accuracy, compliance, and overall collection performance.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance