Accounting - Accounts Receivable Analyst

Kimbel Mechanical Systems • Fayetteville, AR

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Receivable Area Analyst is a critical driver of Kimbel’s financial health. This role involves managing the lifecycle of revenue by combining a strong sense of urgency with unwavering attention to detail to ensure robust cash flow, support project managers, and strengthen customer relationships through accurate and professional billing. The role requires collaboration with Project Managers and Directors, a desire to learn industry nuances like AIA billing and lien laws, persistence in following up on past-due accounts, and handling financial data with accuracy and transparency.

Requirements

• High proficiency in accounting ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to be "personable yet persistent" when navigating sensitive collection calls or internal disputes.
• A natural instinct to double-check numbers and ensure every AIA document is perfect before submission.
• A "no task is too small" attitude and a desire to see the entire accounting team succeed.
• Understand that "cash is king" and work with speed to meet month-end deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Relentless desire to learn MEP industry nuances, such as AIA billing and lien laws.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end billing process for assigned regions, ensuring invoices are sent promptly and accurately.
• Serve as a financial partner to Directors and Project Managers; proactively track change orders and maintain real-time billing accuracy.
• Swiftly receive and apply payments (ACH, check, wire), ensuring that customer accounts are always up to date.
• Manage the AR Aging report with a focus on reducing DSO. Communicate firmly but professionally with customers regarding past-due balances.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of AIA documentation for the Commercial Housing Division; manage lien waivers and compliance items to protect company interests.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies by bridging the gap between operations data and customer payment records.
• Identify opportunities to streamline warranty invoicing and other departmental tasks to improve team efficiency.

Benefits

• Year-round employment
• Top pay
• PTO hours added upon hire
• Health coverage (PPO or HDHP plan)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Basic Life Insurance provided by Kimbel
• Additional voluntary life insurance policies available
• Short-term disability policy (company-paid after one year)
• Long-term disability policy (company-paid after one year)
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness
• Secure Save Emergency Savings Fund
• 401(k) retirement plan with a match
• Six paid holidays
• Two paid volunteer days per calendar year
• 2 weeks paid parental leave
• 4 weeks paid birth recovery leave
• First 6 months of diapers and wipes provided for newborns
• Boot voucher for eligible field and warehouse employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed