AR Specialist

Kforce is partnering with a client in the Saint Louis, MO area to identify an Accounts Receivable Specialist. Summary: This role is responsible for supporting the accounts receivable process through billing, collections, cash application, and account reconciliations while partnering with internal teams and customers to ensure accurate invoicing, timely payments, and exceptional customer service. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization with a collaborative team environment. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and process accurate customer invoices, including progress billing, time and materials billing, change orders, and retainage tracking Manage accounts receivable activities, including cash application, deposits, account reconciliations, aging reports, and payment tracking Monitor outstanding balances and communicate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to resolve payment issues Review contracts and billing requirements to ensure accurate invoicing and compliance with project terms Partner with project teams and accounting staff to track billing milestones, change orders, and payment status Prepare AR reports, support cash flow tracking, and assist with month-end reconciliation activities Requirements: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred Accounts receivable experience, preferably within construction, mechanical contracting, or a related industry Experience with progress billing, retainage, and construction billing processes preferred Strong organizational, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software; ERP system experience is a plus The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.