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.
Accounts Receivable and Collections Specialist Our growing, privately held construction company seeks an experienced Accounts Receivable and Collections Specialist to support the Controller and General Manager. The ideal candidate will work in a fast-paced environment with a highly functional team. This person will work directly with the customer to resolve issues, errors, and concerns that may arise. They will be responsible for cash application and processing customer credits. Strong communication skills are necessary as the position requires interaction between customers and internal departments.
Position:
Accounts Receivable and Collections Specialist Pay Range:
$60,000-$65,000
Position Type:
Full-time (on-site)
Location:
Lemont, IL Key Responsibilities include but are limited to: Payment processing: Recording and reconciling customer payments received through various methods, such as checks, electronic transfers, or credit card transactions, and ensuring they are applied to the correct customer accounts and invoices. Collections management: Monitoring overdue accounts, following up with customers to request payments, and researching payment discrepancies and past-due amounts. Customer communication: Responding to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payment schedules, and account details in a professional and helpful manner. Lien waiver management: Preparing partial and final lien waivers and other construction-related documentation to ensure customer payments in a timely fashion.
Reporting:
Reporting on the status of past due customer accounts to management.
Collaboration:
Working closely with project managers and other internal personnel to address billing issues to provide high quality customer satisfaction, as well ensure timely collections. Perform other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support the Accounts Receivable department.
Qualifications:
Experience:
A minimum of 4-5 years of accounts receivable experience with a strong preference for candidates with experience in the Construction industry or related fields. Industry knowledge: Familiarity with construction billing processes including progress billing, lien waivers, change orders and retention is highly desired and will set you apart from other candidates. Soft skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent communication (both verbal and written), strong organizational and time management skills, problem-solving abilities, self-starter, and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team are highly valued. Technical skills: Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office. Working knowledge of Excel. QuickBooks knowledge, desired but not required.
What sets us apart:
Competitive pay and benefit package 401K Work-life balance Paid Time Off Brand new & modern office Casual dress code Positive work culture Opportunities for career growth and professional development Cutting-edge projects and innovative solutions Collaborative and inclusive company culture If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey with us, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating a dynamic, positive and exciting work environment. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
