What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Specialist II position at JR & Co?
At J.R. & Co., Inc., we're not just building roofs—we're building careers. Established in 1986 and proudly veteran-owned, we're an energetic, optimistic, and family-oriented construction company based in Kansas City, MO. While roofing is our specialty, our services span everything from sheet metal and solar panel installation to rooftop maintenance and disaster relief. With a reputation for excellence in workmanship and customer service, we’ve earned recognition from top industry manufacturers and an A rating from the BBB. If you're looking for a place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact while working in a safety-focused, supportive environment, J.R. & Co., Inc. is the place for you. Join our team today and help us build something great!
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation Package:
- Weekly pay
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Telehealth
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Fringe Benefit sub-plan (where applicable)
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist II
Start Date: Immediately
Salary Range: $25-$30/Hourly DOE
Position Overview: This position is responsible for financial and administrative support that encompasses the Accounts Receivable department ensuring the company receives payments for goods and services according to established policies and processes in an efficient, timely, courteous, and accurate manner.
Essential Job Functions:
- Work collaboratively with Service department and generate all work order invoicing via the RoofLink and ComputerEase software
- Work with Estimating and Sales to complete initial project coordination and setup new projects according to established processes.
- Track open accounts receivables and contacting customers to collect payments; update customer accounts via ComputerEase software accordingly
- Assist with issuing and mailing of monthly accounts receivable statements.
Track projects for project closeout according to procedures - Contact delinquent customers, determine reason for non-payment, resolve problems and conflicts, as necessary
- Handle sensitive customer information, always maintain confidentiality
- Be a resource for our accounting system (ComputerEase) and company procedures
- Support other areas of the accounting department by assisting with special projects as requested
- Assist with payment application and monthly billing cycle.
- Accurately record and post all payments received.
- Working with AP to ensure all lien waivers are received and correct.
- Accurately invoice customers and apply interest charges to past due invoices.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- 3-5 years AIA/construction billing experience required
- 3-5 years of accounts receivable experience required
- 3-5 years of billing experience required
- 3-5 years of collection experience required
- 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience (preferred)
- Notary (preferred)
- High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Experienced with Microsoft Suite, Spreadsheets, and accounting software (ComputerEase knowledge a plus)
- Knowledge of construction forms and payment application processes a plus
- Construction operations experience, a plus
- ComputerEase, RoofLink, and/or BuilderTrend experience, a plus
- Well planned, organized, deadline-oriented and keen attention to detail
- Proven track record in providing friendly, timely, and accurate customer service to internal and external customers
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Always represent the company in a positive manner
- Demonstrate respect to customers, supervisors, and team members, communicating all concerns in a professional manner and always adhere to standards of conduct and company policies
- Work efficiently and effectively, always seeking to improve department processes
Other Skills/Abilities:
- Computer and typing skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Acts in a stewardship capacity for the Company, works as a functional member of the team
- Deadline-oriented
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn
- Flexibility and adaptable to change
- Continue to obtain education and training to increase job knowledge and job skills
SMART Goals:
- Assist in maintaining AR Benchmarks set for the department.
- Process improvement: Always searching for any process improvements.
- Establish more effective process for approval of all work orders prior to invoicing, working with manager, as needed.
- Make AR calls daily from the 10-day report on all Service invoices. Calling all new invoices on the 10th Follow the collections script and process for updating CE.
- Review the AR Aging report daily assuring that all invoices over 30 days are called weekly.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
- Hours: 8am to 5pm
- 40 hours a week, overtime not available.
- This is not a hybrid position
- Pass initial drug test and participate in random drug test program
- Use of eyes for reviewing computer screens, paperwork, fine print
- Primarily indoor office environment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 15lbs
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, working at a computer
Work Location: In person
Ability to Relocate:
- Kansas City, MO 64108: Relocate before starting work (Required)
J.R. & Co., Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. JR & Co. Inc. participates in E-Verify. To learn more visit www.e-verify.gov. All individuals who accept an offer of employment are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Salary : $25 - $30