Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist - Construction

Location: Ontario, CA
Employment Type: Temporary to Hire
Pay Rate: $26.00-$32.00 hourly

Overview

Our client, a well-established construction company based in Ontario, CA, is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their accounting team. This role requires hands-on construction industry experience, including billing, collections, and working with construction-specific documentation and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle Accounts Receivable for construction projects, including invoicing, cash application, and collections
• Process and post payments (ACH, wire, checks, credit cards) accurately and timely
• Prepare and submit progress billing and/or T&M billing as required
• Support AIA billing and work within customer or GC portals when applicable
• Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on past-due balances
• Handle collections professionally while maintaining strong client relationships
• Assist with preliminary notices, lien waivers/releases, and other construction-related documentation
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, short pays, and payment issues
• Collaborate with project managers, operations, and accounting teams to ensure accurate billing and timely collections
• Maintain organized and audit-ready AR records

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of Accounts Receivable experience within the construction industry (required)
• Experience with construction billing processes (progress billing, job costing, T&M)
• Strong background in collections and cash application
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Pay Details: $26.00 to $32.00 per hour

Search managed by: Ryan Sydow

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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