Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support a busy construction and contractor environment in Houston, Texas. They are looking for a contract to hire AR / Cash applications specialist who will be able to work independently and on a team. This role will be 100% onsite and report to the AR manager.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and distribute a large volume of customer invoices and monthly account statements, ensuring billing details are complete and accurate before release.

• Apply incoming payments received through checks, wires, and electronic transactions, and update account records in a timely manner.

• Investigate account variances by reviewing billing issues, payment shortfalls, and credit activity, then coordinate resolution with the appropriate parties.

• Support monthly close activities by completing reconciliations, maintaining aging details, and assisting with receivable reporting.

• Monitor outstanding balances and help maintain accurate customer accounts through regular review and follow-up.

• Use accounting platforms and customer portal tools to manage billing activity, payment tracking, and account documentation.

• Communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders to address questions related to invoices, remittances, and account status.

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a closely related accounting function within a high-volume environment.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook, for reporting, tracking, and daily communication.

• Hands-on experience with accounting software; familiarity with Sage Timberline or Yardi is strongly preferred.

• Ability to perform account reconciliations, analyze aging activity, and support month-end close processes with accuracy.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with customers and cross-functional teams.

• High school diploma required; an Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field is preferred.

Please apply today if you are interested.

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