Accounts Receivable Specialist Job in Houston, TX

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.