Accounts Receivable Specialist

Komline; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Komline seeks an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage customer invoicing, collections, and cash application. You will collaborate with Project Management, Sales, and Operations to ensure accurate billing and healthy cash flow while supporting centralized AR activities across the Water business.

The role requires 3+ years AR or accounting experience, an Associate's degree, and proficiency with ERP systems, especially Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable or general accounting experience.
• Experience with customer billing, collections, cash application, and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and Accounts Receivable processes.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and distribute customer invoices in accordance with contracts and billing requirements.
• Set up and maintain customer accounts, project records, billing rules, and documentation in the ERP system.
• Coordinate project billing with Project Managers, Sales, and Customer Service for accurate invoicing and timely inquiries.
• Monitor aging reports, follow up on balances, and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Apply customer payments, reconcile cash receipts, investigate unapplied cash, and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end AR close activities and reconciliations.
• Prepare aging reports, collection updates, and other financial reporting as required.
• Maintain accurate customer and project documentation per policy.
• Support Sales & Use Tax reporting and centralized AR activities as they transition to this role.
• Identify process improvements and support centralization of AR across Water businesses.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Billing

Cash application

Reconciliations

Dynamics 365

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

About Komline

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

About Komline

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

This Opportunity

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will support Komline's financial operations by managing customer billing, collections, cash application, and account reconciliation activities. The Accounts Receivable Specialist partners closely with Project Management, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure accurate invoicing, timely collections, and exceptional customer service while supporting healthy cash flow. As the role evolves, additional accounting responsibilities, including Sales & Use Tax reporting and centralized Accounts Receivable activities across the Water and Process business segment will transition into this position.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and distribute customer invoices in accordance with customer contracts, purchase orders, milestone billing schedules, and billing requirements
• Set up and maintain customer accounts, project records, billing rules, and supporting documentation within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Coordinate project billing activities with Project Managers, Sales, and Customer Service to ensure accurate invoicing and timely resolution of billing inquiries
• Monitor customer aging reports, follow up on outstanding balances, and maintain positive customer relationships while supporting timely collections
• Apply customer payments, reconcile cash receipts, investigate unapplied cash, and resolve payment discrepancies
• Perform customer account reconciliations and assist with month-end Accounts Receivable close activities
• Prepare aging reports, collection updates, audit support, and other financial reporting as required
• Maintain accurate customer and project documentation in accordance with company policies and internal controls
• Assist with Sales & Use Tax reporting and related compliance activities as responsibilities transition to this role
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support the continued centralization of Accounts Receivable activities across the Water businesses
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable or general accounting experience
• Experience with customer billing, collections, cash application, and account reconciliations
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and Accounts Receivable processes
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient written and verbal communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, engineered equipment, or project-based environment
• Experience with milestone billing, retainage, contract billing, or project accounting
• Familiarity with customer and project setup within an ERP system
• Exposure to Sales & Use Tax reporting and compliance
• Experience supporting multi-entity or multi-location accounting operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis)

Komline is an EEO Employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled