What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist position at CPH?
Description
CPH is a multi-disciplined engineering and architectural design firm that ranks among the nation’s top 500 design firms, according to ENR Magazine.
CPH has an opening for the following position: Accounts Receivable Specialist
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing receivables to ensure client payments are processed accurately and on time. This role includes monitoring account balances, handling billing processes, resolving payment discrepancies, and maintaining positive relationships with CPH clients to facilitate prompt collections. The Accounts Receivable Specialist supports the tracking of financial reports and financial operations.
Duties Include:
- Process invoicing, billing, and payment collections to ensure timely payments.
- Monitor aging receivables and implement strategies to reduce outstanding balances.
- Resolve payment discrepancies and respond to customer inquiries.
- Enforce credit policies to manage customer risk.
- Maintain strong relationships with customers to ensure prompt collections.
- Reconcile customer accounts and prepare reports on receivables and forecasts.
- Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing issues.
- Support the accounts receivable month-end close process and audits.
- Continuously improve accounts receivable processes and ensure compliance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is a plus
- Associate’s degree or High School Diploma is acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
- Bilingual Spanish speaking candidates are a plus to communicate with clients and partners in Puerto Rico as well as have the ability to produce written material via Microsoft Office.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable.
- Knowledge of industry specific accounting practices.
- Experience with Deltek Vision and/or EleVia is a plus.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting softwares.
- Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail, proactive follow-up, excellent organizational skills, and discretion with confidential information.
- Strong interpersonal, time-management, and problem-solving skills
- Strong sense of urgency, with outstanding prioritization skills and professionalism
- Focuses on objectives and deliverables, execution of tasks, and fast implementation.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment:
The work environment features below are representative of those an employee meets while performing the essential functions of the role.
This position is in a professional office environment. The person in this role will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing cabinets.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to effectively perform the essential functions of the role.
The person in this position may require sitting or standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds.
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Compensation & Benefits
- Dependent upon experience.
- CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
- 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.
CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.
About CPH
CPH is a multi-disciplined design firm that’s growing quickly across the country. Our diverse team of almost 400 individuals are the heartbeat of our company and the reason for our success. The unique contributions that people bring to our firm sets us apart and allows us to bring exceptional service to the communities and clients we serve.
At CPH, we offer small company culture with a big company presence. Founded by three visionaries in 1981, CPH has grown over 40 years to serve a long list of public and private clients across a spectrum of markets. Our comprehensive offering of services and broad reach has provided CPH the opportunity to team with clients in Building Stronger Communities Together across the nation and throughout the Caribbean.
CPH is a part of the Trilon Group of companies. Its mission is to bring together North America's best infrastructure consulting firms in a collaborative environment with a People-First focus to accelerate their ability to deliver smart and sustainable solutions to clients. Through the partnership with Trilon, CPH professionals have the opportunity to network and share best practices with a host of other professionals across the country.
Our future is bright, and we need more talented professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to grow with us! Could this be you?
Our hiring process
Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Initial Screening
Stage 3: 1st Interview
Stage 4: 2nd Interview (If Applicable)
Stage 5: Offer
Stage 6: Hired
