Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Rutherford County / Fully Onsite / 8:00 - 4:30 M-F
$22.00 – $25.00 per hour
Construction Industry

About the Opportunity – Accounts Receivable Specialist

A well-established construction organization is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist for a temporary, onsite assignment. This role supports a close‑knit accounting team and focuses on collections, cash application, and billing support in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. The position is ideal for a self‑starter who enjoys variety, structure-building, and professional client interaction.

Key Responsibilities – Accounts Receivable Specialist

• Make professional outbound calls to clients regarding outstanding invoices, payment status, and account inquiries
• Apply cash payments accurately and perform customer account reconciliations
• Support billing activities related to contracts, rentals, sales, and service work
• Enter tickets into spreadsheets and generate invoices using accounting software
• Investigate discrepancies and assist with collections and administrative AR tasks
• Pull and review files to support collaboration with operations and other departments
• Assist leadership in building and organizing AR processes and temporary workflows
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining communication via Microsoft Teams
• Maintain a positive, professional, and team‑focused demeanor in a low‑drama environment

Qualifications – Accounts Receivable Specialist

• 3–5+ years of Accounts Receivable experience
• Strong Excel skills (data entry, formulas, pivot tables)
• Experience with accounting software;
  Sage experience is a plus
• Comfortable handling collections and client-facing communication
• Ability to pivot between tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Self‑starter with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Familiarity with state contracts and construction billing is preferred
• Background check and drug screening required