Description We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a dynamic team in Cottondale, Alabama. In this role, you will contribute to the financial operations of a construction-focused organization, ensuring accuracy in billing processes and maintaining compliance with industry standards. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with project teams and manage critical accounts receivable functions. Responsibilities: • Generate and submit detailed progress invoices, including G702/G703 forms, percent-complete billing, and time & materials invoices, to contractors and project owners. • Monitor retainage amounts, update schedules of values, and coordinate with project managers to reconcile changes in work orders. • Prepare and process both conditional and unconditional lien waivers, while adhering to notification requirements. • Record incoming payments through various methods, such as wire transfers, checks, and credit cards, ensuring daily cash receipts are balanced. • Reconcile accounts to ensure accurate receivable balances, and work with internal teams to address and resolve discrepancies. • Manage collection efforts in adherence to company policies and applicable regulations. • Maintain detailed and organized records of billing transactions, payments, and communication related to accounts receivable. • Assist with month-end closing activities, including driving billing processes and compiling bad debt analyses. • Address and resolve billing issues related to client accounts or specific projects, as needed. Requirements • Proven experience in accounts receivable or a similar accounting role, preferably within the construction industry. • Strong understanding of construction billing practices, lien waivers, retainage, and contract terms. • Proficiency in processing and applying various types of customer payments. • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accuracy in financial records. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams. • Strong communication skills for interacting with clients and internal stakeholders. • Familiarity with financial reporting and payment application processes. • Experience managing collections and resolving accounts receivable discrepancies. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .