Location: Onsite - Commerce City, CO (80022)
Industry: Construction / Manufacturing
Compensation: $25-27/hr

About the Role

A fast-growing construction and manufacturing company in Commerce City is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support billing, collections, customer account management, and cash applications. This is a hands-on, high-impact role within a busy environment supporting field teams, project managers, and operations.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, is strong with follow-up and communication, and is comfortable handling billing complexities common in construction and manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Billing & Invoicing

• Prepare and issue customer invoices, progress billings, milestone billings, and final invoices.
• Verify accuracy of job costing, purchase orders, labor hours, and materials before submitting invoices.
• Coordinate with project managers and field teams to gather supporting documentation (work orders, delivery tickets, completion forms).

Collections & Customer Account Management

• Monitor AR aging and conduct proactive collections outreach.
• Work directly with customers to resolve disputes, clarify charges, and answer billing inquiries.
• Maintain strong customer relationships while ensuring timely payment.

Cash Applications & Reconciliation

• Record and apply customer payments (checks, ACH, wire, credit card).
• Research unapplied cash, short pays, and discrepancies.
• Reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger monthly.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain organized billing and customer account files.
• Ensure billing compliance with contract terms, lien requirements, and industry-specific documentation (AIA billing experience is a plus).
• Assist with month-end close, reporting, and audit support.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Accounts Receivable experience; construction or manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with job costing, work orders, or project-based billing.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as Sage, Viewpoint, QuickBooks Enterprise, or similar.
• Strong Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables a plus).
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.