Accounts Receivable Lead

The Accounts Receivable Lead is responsible for managing the billing process for construction projects, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing to clients and contractors. This role collaborates with project management, accounting, and shared services teams to verify project data, maintain compliance with contract terms, and support the collection of outstanding receivables. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail, an understanding of construction billing practices, and the ability to identify and implement process improvements. Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Lead and provide workload direction to cross-company shared service teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness of project financial data.Collaborate with project managers and estimators to gather necessary billing information and resolve discrepancies.Identify and implement process improvements to streamline billing and accounts receivable processes.Prepare and process invoices for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with contract terms, change orders, and percent completion.Review and reconcile contract documents, purchase orders, and payment applications prior to billing.Administer invoices according to client requirements and formats (e.g., AIA forms, progress billings).Monitor and track billing milestones, retainage, and change orders to ensure correct invoicing and compliance.Maintain detailed records of billing activity and contract documentation for audit and reporting purposes.Respond promptly to client, contractor, and internal inquiries regarding invoices and billing status, resolving escalated issues as necessary. Required Skills and Competencies:Proficiency in accounting and project management software.Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with other Office applications.Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively with project teams and clients.High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.Problem-solving and process improvement mindset.Working knowledge of construction billing practices.Customer service orientation and ability to resolve escalated issues. Qualifications:Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or construction management.3-5 years of accounts receivable, billing, or related experience in the construction industry.Experience with contract and progress billing. Travel Requirements:Occasional travel to project sites or company locations as needed. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sedentary work for much of the day (sitting and/or standing).Ability to move around the office to access files and office machinery.Regular use of a computer and other office equipment.Occasional lifting and moving of items up to 20 pounds.Must be able to collaborate with stakeholders via in-person, video, or conference calls.When visiting plants, yards, or construction areas, must be able to wear required PPE: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, steel-toed boots, high visibility vest, hearing protection (in designated areas), gloves. This position is not eligible for sponsorship Benefits: Medical, Vision & Dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (NYSE: APG), PTO, FSA/HSA, Training & Development - and more. All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check. APi Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. This job description uses HTML formatting and ensures that all sections below (and including) "This position is not eligible for sponsorship" are styled with the same font family, font size, and color as the rest of the document for full compliance and consistency. 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