Responsibilities:
- Billing & Invoicing
- Generate, review, and issue progress billings, time and material invoices, and final pay applications in accordance with contract terms and schedules.
- Track and invoice approved change orders, retainage, and any additional work outside original scope.
- Verify that all billings align with project budgets, estimates, and cost codes.
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and proactively follow up on past due invoices.
- Prepare and distribute A/R aging reports on a regular basis for management review.
- Maintain detailed records of client communications related to collections and payment status.
- Coordinate lien waivers and other required project documents tied to payment processing.
- Cash Receipts & Reconciliation
- Process incoming payments and deposits accurately and timely.
- Reconcile customer accounts, resolve payment discrepancies, and apply payments to correct invoices.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes related to A/R.
- Client & Internal Coordination
- Serve as primary point of contact for client billing questions and payment inquiries.
- Work closely with project managers and the estimating team to resolve billing disputes or scope clarifications.
- Support the preparation of documentation required for audits, project closeouts, or compliance reviews.
- Process Improvement & Support
- Identify opportunities to streamline A/R processes and contribute to accounting team efficiency.
- Assist with special projects or additional accounting duties as assigned by the Controller.
Qualifications:
- Education & Experience
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 2-4 years of accounts receivable or billing experience, with at least 1 year in the construction industry highly preferred.
- Familiarity with construction billing methods, including AIA billing, progress payments, retainage, and lien waivers, is strongly desired.
- Technical Skills
- Proficiency with QuickBooks, Sage, Viewpoint, or similar construction accounting software.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data tracking) and other MS Office applications.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software systems quickly.
- Key Competencies
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data entry, record-keeping, and reconciliation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally with clients, project teams, and vendors.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive financial information.