Accounts Receivable Specialist needed in the DC area! This is a 5 days a week on site role! Must have experience doing AR billing in the construction space! This is an URGENT need and will move quickly!

Job Description

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will play a vital role in managing customer invoicing, cash application, collections, and supporting the overall financial health of the company. The role focuses on ensuring timely and accurate billing while maintaining strong relationships with general contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

ResponsibilitiesGenerate and issue AIA Progress Billing for Schedule of Values and Change Orders to customers promptly, ensuring accuracy in job costing, billing amounts, and payment terms.Monitor and record customer payments, ensuring proper allocation to jobs.Proactively follow up on past due accounts, resolve discrepancies, and communicate payment status to internal stakeholders.Prepare and distribute regular AR aging reports to management with updates on collection efforts.Coordinate lien waivers, payment applications, and retainage billing processes in line with construction contract requirements.Collaborate with the project management team to address billing adjustments, change orders, or customer disputes.Reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger and assist in month-end close activities.Ensure timely and accurate cash application of customer payments.Track open accounts and escalate collection issues, offering solutions to improve cash flow.Address and resolve billing discrepancies and disputes with customers.Maintain accurate and organized AR files, including invoices, payment records, and customer communications.Support compliance efforts related to COIs, lien waivers, and contract documentation.Prepare reports for senior leadership, including customer account status and cash flow forecasts.Support job cost reporting and ensure alignment with construction project budgets.Essential SkillsPrior experience with accounts receivable in the construction industry.Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel (advanced), Word, and Outlook).Ability to quickly learn new software packages.Ability to interpret construction contracts for billing terms, retainage, and lien requirements.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.Ability to work in a team environment with changing demands and timelines.Desire to learn and assume increasing responsibilities.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

Medical, Dental & Vision401(k)/RothBasic/Supplemental Life & AD&DShort and long-term disabilityHSA & DCFSATransportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $33.65

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 3, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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