Accounts Receivable Manager
- Direct-Hire
- Sherwood, OR
- On-site
- Construction
What you should know: Mulberry has partnered with a well-established and 100% employee-owned construction organization to hire an Accounts Receivable Manager. Reporting to the Controller, you will manage multi-entity customer billings, collections, and cash applications with accuracy and efficiency. This role requires strong knowledge of construction industry billing practices, including progress billings, AIA documents, change orders, and retention. This role prepares, files, and maintains state and local sales and use and property taxes, and manages state/local licensing processes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to collaborate with project managers and accounting staff. This company values loyalty, longevity, and is the kind of place you want to work for many years!
A day in the life:
Billing & Invoicing
- Prepare and submit customer invoices, including progress billings, AIA forms, and change orders.
- Ensure accuracy of job cost coding, contract terms, and retention requirements in all billings.
- Coordinate with project managers to verify billing amounts, schedules, and supporting documentation.
Collections & Cash Application
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up with customers on outstanding balances.
- Post customer payments accurately via checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
- Resolve discrepancies and short payments by working with project managers and customers.
Construction-Specific Compliance
- Prepare and track lien waivers and other required documentation for customer payments.
- Ensure compliance with contract billing requirements and retention schedules.
- Maintain accurate records of billing, collections, and job-related receivables.
Reporting & Support
- Assist with month-end closing by reconciling AR balances and preparing reports.
- Provide management with regular updates on cash flow, collections status, and customer accounts.
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and reconciliations as needed.
- State & Local Tax Compliance
- Manage state and local sales & use tax compliance across applicable jurisdictions: maintain calendars, prepare returns, file and remit payments, and respond to notices.
- Administer property tax filings and payments; maintain fixed asset and location data required for returns.
State Licensing Management
- Manage centralized state licensing software for multiple entities, including applications, renewals, periodic reports and a central compliance calendar.
- Ensure compliance with reporting and payments in state jurisdictions.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required
- 4-5+ years of accounts receivable experience in the construction industry
- Experience with progress billings, AIA documentation, and lien waivers
- Strong understanding of AR processes and general accounting principles
- Familiarity with construction accounting software, Sage Intacct highly preferred
Compensation and Benefits: $85,000-$90,000 annually with benefits including healthcare insurance, 401k, paid holidays, vacation, and more!
Mulberry Talent Partners is dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with exciting opportunities. By applying for this position, you will also be considered for other open positions within our network. If you are already part of our community, we encourage you to reach out directly to one of our recruiters regarding any specific roles that catch your eye!
