Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist
Job in
Ridgeland, Madison County, Mississippi, 39158, USA
Listed on 2026-07-06
Listing for:
Kids for the Future
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-06
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Delta Industries is a leading Ready‑Mix Concrete provider, supplying high‑quality products to the construction industry. Our operations include batching, logistics, and customer service, supporting projects from residential builds to large‑scale commercial and industrial infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable Operations & Reconciliation- Maintain and reconcile the accounts receivable subledger to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely cash application.
- Support monthly AR close processes, including reconciliations, reporting, and variance analysis.
- Coordinate preparation and issuance of invoices and customer statements.
- Accurately post and apply customer payments, ensuring proper allocation to outstanding balances.
- Monitor aging reports and proactively manage past‑due accounts to drive timely collections.
- Communicate professionally with customers to resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues.
- Prepare and issue demand letters; escalated delinquent accounts to management and coordinate with legal counsel when necessary.
- Recommend credit limits and payment terms aligned with company risk tolerance.
- Coordinate onboarding of new customer accounts, including credit application review and approval workflows.
- Track lien deadlines and ensure timely filing of material liens in accordance with state requirements.
- Research property ownership and prepare lien documentation.
- Maintain compliance with legal, contractual, and internal documentation standards.
- Analyze AR data to identify trends, inefficiencies, delinquency patterns, and process improvement opportunities.
- Generate and distribute reports on aging, DSO, and account activity.
- Provide actionable insights and recommendations to management based on findings.
- Investigate and resolve billing, payment, and account discrepancies.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries related to invoices, statements, and account balances.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements.
- Identify and recommend improvements to AR processes, workflows, and systems.
- Support audit requests and documentation reviews.
- Perform ad hoc billing and special projects as needed.
- Support cross‑functional initiatives with operations, sales, and finance teams.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred, Associate degree with relevant experience, or Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2–4 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience required.
- Construction, building materials, or manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with lien processing and collections in a construction environment preferred.
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, credit management, and general accounting principles.
- Ability to analyze financial data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Working knowledge of lien laws and construction‑related receivables processes.
- High attention to detail with strong reconciliation and audit skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with a customer‑service orientation.
- Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups) and standard office applications.
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems preferred.
- Occasionally directed in several aspects of the role; exercises independent judgment in routine matters.
- Gains exposure to more complex AR issues, including credit risk and legal collections.
- Works cross‑functionally with accounting, operations, and sales teams.
- May require ability to drive to other locations or for general business needs.
Delta Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the position listed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to the role. The company reserves the right to modify or expand the responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.
#J-18808-LjbffrPosition Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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