Accounts Receivable Specialist

Growing firm in New York City is currently seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a construction-focused accounting team. This position is ideal for someone who understands contract billing, customer invoicing, and account follow-up in a project-driven environment. The role supports accurate cash flow management by coordinating billing activity, maintaining organized records, and partnering with internal teams to resolve payment issues efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Create and submit construction-related invoices, progress billings, payment requests, lien waivers, and supporting documentation in accordance with contract terms.

• Oversee day-to-day receivables activity by issuing invoices, applying incoming payments, updating customer accounts, and maintaining accurate balances.

• Review contract amounts, approved changes, retainage details, and billing timelines to ensure customer charges are complete and correct.

• Partner with project managers, accounting personnel, and clients to investigate billing questions and help resolve unpaid or disputed items.

• Analyze aging reports regularly and carry out timely collection efforts on overdue balances with professionalism and consistency.

• Maintain organized records for contracts, invoice status, receipts, and account activity within the accounting system.

• Assist with monthly close activities by preparing receivables reports, reconciling billing transactions, and supporting financial accuracy.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable and billing within the construction industry.

• Practical experience with progress billing, contract-based invoicing, and customer billing processes tied to construction projects.

• Working knowledge of retainage, change orders, lien waivers, and related project documentation.

• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting or billing systems used for receivables tracking.

Compensation

$70,000.00-$85,000.00 Yearly

About Us

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.