Construction AR Specialist: Project Billing & Payments

UEC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

UEC is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant/Accounts Receivable specialist to manage monthly billings for assigned construction projects, post billings in the ERP, and maintain financial records. The role collaborates with project managers, operations, and accounting to ensure timely invoicing and accurate reporting.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in accounting or related field, demonstrates strong Excel skills, and can handle a workload with monthly deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and accuracy; ability to process transactions and prepare reports with minimal errors.
• Proficient in data entry and desktop productivity tools; able to maintain organized records.
• Basic understanding of accounting fundamentals; construction industry experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue project billings for assigned projects, including schedule of values, pay applications, and progress billings.
• Post project billings and billing adjustments in the ERP system; reconcile with contracts and owner requirements.
• Maintain project financial records, billing support, lien waiver tracking, and routine financial reports for management.
• Support close-out activities including final billing, retention release, and archive of records.
• Serve as a daily point of contact with project management on financial matters; investigate payment discrepancies and monitor balances.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Sage

Procore

Job description

UEC is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant/Accounts Receivable specialist to manage monthly billings for assigned construction projects, post billings in the ERP, and maintain financial records. The role collaborates with project managers, operations, and accounting to ensure timely invoicing and accurate reporting.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in accounting or related field, demonstrates strong Excel skills, and can handle a workload with monthly deadlines.