Accounts Receivbles Consultant

CFS; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to own the project billing and collections lifecycle in a hybrid San Antonio, TX environment. The role partners with project management, operations, and finance to ensure accurate invoicing, timely collections, and clean cash flow.

The ideal candidate will bring strong AR and billing experience, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate project documentation and revenue milestones while driving process improvements and compliant financial

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Receivable, Project Billing, Contract Billing, Collections, or Revenue Accounting.
• Strong understanding of the relationship between billing operations, collections, and cash flow management.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project billing and accounts receivable lifecycle, from invoice preparation through collection and payment application
• Review contracts, change orders, project schedules, and supporting documentation to ensure accurate and timely invoicing
• Prepare and submit customer invoices in accordance with contractual terms, project milestones, and billing requirements
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively manage collection activities to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding balances
• Serve as a key liaison between clients, project teams, and finance stakeholders to resolve billing disputes and payment issues
• Partner with Project Managers to track project progress, billing milestones, and revenue recognition timelines
• Prepare AR aging analyses, collection forecasts, and cash flow reporting for management review
• Maintain accurate account documentation and supporting records to ensure audit readiness and compliance
• Identify process improvement opportunities that enhance billing accuracy, accelerate collections, and improve operational efficiency
• Support month-end close activities and provide insight into receivables trends and collection performance

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Billing & Collections

Excel Proficiency

Relationship Building

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist | Project Billing & Collections

Location: San Antonio, TX (Hybrid)

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance
• High-impact role directly influencing revenue realization and cash flow performance
• Significant interaction with project leadership, operations teams, and executive stakeholders
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvement initiatives and operational best practices
• Stable and growing organization with a strong project pipeline
• Collaborative culture that values initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Long-term growth potential within accounting, finance, and operational leadership

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing, project-driven organization. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to partner closely with project management, operations, and finance leadership to ensure accurate billing, proactive collections, and strong cash flow performance.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical AR and billing expertise with the ability to build relationships, navigate complex project documentation, and drive the timely conversion of revenue into cash. If you enjoy taking ownership of the billing lifecycle while contributing to operational excellence, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project billing and accounts receivable lifecycle, from invoice preparation through collection and payment application
• Review contracts, change orders, project schedules, and supporting documentation to ensure accurate and timely invoicing
• Prepare and submit customer invoices in accordance with contractual terms, project milestones, and billing requirements
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively manage collection activities to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding balances
• Serve as a key liaison between clients, project teams, and finance stakeholders to resolve billing disputes and payment issues
• Partner with Project Managers to track project progress, billing milestones, and revenue recognition timelines
• Prepare AR aging analyses, collection forecasts, and cash flow reporting for management review
• Maintain accurate account documentation and supporting records to ensure audit readiness and compliance
• Identify process improvement opportunities that enhance billing accuracy, accelerate collections, and improve operational efficiency
• Support month-end close activities and provide insight into receivables trends and collection performance

What We're Looking For

• Experience in Accounts Receivable, Project Billing, Contract Billing, Collections, or Revenue Accounting
• Strong understanding of the relationship between billing operations, collections, and cash flow management
• Experience reviewing contracts, change orders, service agreements, or project-based documentation
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization and with external customers
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis
• Self-directed, proactive professional who takes ownership of outcomes and continuously seeks process improvements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within construction, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, energy, or other project-based industries
• Background with progress billing, contract billing, milestone billing, or percentage-of-completion invoicing
• Experience utilizing ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Proven success managing AR aging, collections strategy, and cash flow forecasting
• Exposure to process improvement initiatives or finance transformation projects