Accounts Receivable Specialist - Construction Company - Your SmartSource

Company Profile:  

Based in Atascadero, CA, Kirk Construction is a commercial construction company focused on concrete, reinforced concrete, excavation, underground utilities and site development.  

Job Summary:  

Reporting to the Office Manager, Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for AR-related transactions.  The candidate will have extensive accounting experience within a construction company, with a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills and particular experience working with construction projects.  The longer-term objective for this role is to transition into a Full Charge Bookkeeper and move into the Officer Manager position. 

Duties / Responsibilities: 

Prepare AR aging reports;

Work with Project Managers in monitoring job costing / profitability;

Prepare pre-lien notices on all new projects and lien releases throughout billing cycles of the projects;

Maintain company’s financial records and files;

Cross-train on payroll processing and reconciliation;

Cross-train on AP entries, vendor payments and reconciliations;

Cross-train to for the Office Manager position in due course. 

Qualifications: 

AA Degree in Accounting, or related discipline; Bachelor’s Degree preferred; or combination of education and relevant experience;

3-5 years of proven experience in accounting within the construction industry;

Knowledge of applicable state and federal accounting regulations related to the construction industry;

Proficiency in QuickBooks, preferably Premier Contracting edition;

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook; 

Proficiency in revenue recognition principles and construction accounting practices;

Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;

Astute accuracy, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, attention to detail, multi-tasking, time management and follow-through skills, within a fast-paced environment;

Ability to work effectively alone and within a team environment.  

Working Hours:

9:00AM – 4:00PM Monday – Friday  

Compensation: 

$36.00 - $38.00 per hour DOE for this full-time, non-exempt position; 1^st pay review after 90 days of employment; 2^nd pay review after 180 days of employment. 

Benefits: 

$250 monthly stipend offered toward company health care coverage for employee only; enrollment eligibility following 60 days of employment;

7 days (56 hours) of annual paid vacation; eligibility of which to start accruing after 90 days of employment;

5 days (40 hours) standard CA paid sick time, allotted in a lump sum at the beginning of the calendar year;

Paid public holidays;

Annual performance-based bonus. 

Location:

Atascadero, CA – In-office position