Accounts Receivable Specialist: Construction Billing

Cherry Coatings; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Coatings, a leading commercial paint contractor based in Dallas, TX, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage project billings, cash application, and collections. You will handle AIA billings, invoicing, and customer payments with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in receivables, experience with construction billing, and proficiency in Excel. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to support timely cash flow and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in receivables or related accounting
• Experience with AIA billing, construction billing, or contract-based invoicing preferred
• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Sage Intacct experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process project billings, including AIA progress billings and manual invoices
• Review billing documents for accuracy and required approvals
• Apply customer payments (checks, ACH, wire, credit card) accurately and timely
• Research unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and short payments; reconcile customer accounts
• Monitor aging reports and perform collections to support cash flow
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding balances and payment status
• Identify billing or collection inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Assist with bonds, lien waivers, and related project documentation

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Customer communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Accounting degree preferred

Tools

Sage Intacct

Billing software

Job description

Cherry Coatings, a leading commercial paint contractor based in Dallas, TX, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage project billings, cash application, and collections. You will handle AIA billings, invoicing, and customer payments with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in receivables, experience with construction billing, and proficiency in Excel. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to support timely cash flow and