Accounts Receivable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support billing and receivables activity for a construction-focused environment in Signal Hill, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing high-volume invoicing, reviewing project documentation, and following through on customer account issues with accuracy and professionalism. The role will handle electronic billing workflows, maintain organized financial records, and contribute to steady cash collection efforts using Quick Books Online.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and issue customer invoices for time-and-material and fixed-price projects based on daily logs, purchase orders, and contract details.

- Review field and project documentation to confirm billing accuracy before submitting invoices to clients.

- Maintain organized digital job files, supporting records, and billing documentation in a fully paperless environment.

- Manage monthly invoicing activity with close attention to deadlines, volume, and completeness across multiple customer accounts.

- Follow up with clients regarding outstanding balances and make commercial collection calls to support timely payment.

- Research billing disputes, resolve invoice discrepancies, and coordinate revisions when adjustments are required.

- Track accounts receivable activity and update records accurately within Quick Books Online.

- Work closely with internal teams to ensure project billing aligns with customer requirements and approved purchasing documentation. Requirements - At least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or collections.

- Prior experience supporting a general contractor or working in construction accounting is strongly preferred.

- Familiarity with time-and-material billing, lump-sum invoicing, and purchase order documentation.

- Ability to interpret daily logs and other project records to prepare accurate customer billing.

- Hands-on experience with Quick Books Online and confidence using accounts receivable systems.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage electronic files and multiple invoices efficiently.

- Effective communication skills for handling customer follow-up, collection activity, and billing issue resolution.

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