Accounts Receivable Clerk

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our client’s accounting team in Kernersville, NC. This position plays a critical role in supporting financial operations, managing customer accounts, processing construction-related billing, and ensuring accurate and timely collections. This is a Temp to Hire opportunity.

The ideal candidate is a team player with strong organizational skills, a customer-service mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to process improvements while supporting both internal teams and external customers.

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Plan, organize, and oversee day-to-day accounts receivable activities.
• Maintain customer files, including new vendor setup and contact information.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Research and process customer adjustments and credits.
• Investigate and resolve customer payment discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit monthly progress billings, including AIA Pay Applications and lien waivers.
• Process bi-weekly billings for facility services and maintenance projects.
• Request and track billing documentation required by customers and project owners.

Project Administration

• Assist with new project setup, including contracts, lien documentation, and accounting system setup.
• Maintain owner-specific Certificate of Insurance (COI) and Builder's Risk requirements.
• Support project closeout activities and documentation.
• Manage banking-related activities, including deposits, checks, credit cards, and reconciliations.
• Process customer credit applications.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Support management and accounting staff with additional administrative and financial tasks.

Team Support & Customer Service

• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and standards.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Knowledge of standard filing procedures and records management.
• Experience with AIA Pay Applications and commercial construction billing.

Preferred

• College coursework in Accounting or Finance.
• Construction industry experience.
• Experience with Sage 100 accounting software.