Billing & AR Specialist

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc.; National City (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Billing and Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist to manage complex contracts, project, and time-and-material billing for marine repair work.

The role emphasizes accuracy, policy adherence, and compliance with defense regulations. You will collaborate with project managers, estimators, and operations to verify job costs, process payments, post deposits, and maintain cash flow—while performing timely collections and

Qualifications

• 2 to 3+ years of dedicated accounting, bookkeeping, or AR experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAGE Contractor, or other AP software.

Responsibilities

• Contracts & project invoice, create and process all contract/project/ time and material billing.
• Collections & aging management, monitor AR reports, follow up on past-due accounts, and resolve client discrepancies to maintain cash flow.
• Cross department collaboration with project managers, estimators, and operations to verify job cost, change orders, and ensure contract compliance prior to billing.
• Post daily customer deposits, process ACH or wire payments, and reconcile accounts receivable ledger.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAGE Contractor

Job description

SOUTH BAY SANDBLASTING & TANK CLEANING, INC. located in San Diego, CA shipyard related subcontractor looking to hire a Billing and Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Billing and Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist who takes responsibility for processing complex contracts, projects and time and material billing specific to marine repair. The position requires ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and compliance with all Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Contracts & project invoice, create and process all contract/project/ time and material billing
• Collections & aging management, monitor AR reports, follow up on past-due accounts, and resolve client discrepancies to maintain cash flow.
• Cross department collaboration with project managers, estimators, and operations to verify job cost, change orders. And all contract compliances have been met prior to billing.
• Post daily customer deposits, process ACH or wire payments, and reconcile accounts receivable ledger

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 + years of dedicated accounting, bookkeeping, or AR experience, ideally within a maritime, shipyard industry
• Software proficiency in Microsoft excel, SAGE Contractor, or other AP software
• Attention to detail, high accuracy reviewing complex contract terms, billing compliance, rates, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to handle client billing inquiries and conduct collections professionally

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Predominantly seated occasionally standing and walking to access different areas of the office
• Frequent typing on a keyboard, mouse clicking, and other hand movements associated with computer use
• Close-up focus on computer screens for extended periods, requiring good visual acuity
• Able and willing to follow all applicable site and company safety procedures

Other requirements

All positions require a pre-employment medical test. This employer participates in E-Verify. Must be able to qualify for DBIDS security clearance. Ability to read technical English is a must. U.S. Citizenship is preferred (for some work locations it is required). Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Women, veterans and their spouses are encouraged to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA M/F D/V

Job Type: Full-time