AR Account Manager

SHELTON ENERGY SOLUTIONS LLC•Shreveport, LA

About The Position

The AR Account Manager is responsible for the division’s accounts receivable, billing, and project maintenance. The role requires a self-motivated person who can work in a fast-paced environment, attend meticulously to details, and contribute to an engaging work environment. The Account Manager completes weekly billing, obtains approvals and gathers customer-submission deliverables; monitors progress on fixed-priced contracts and reviews captured expenses. The role also maintains and reconciles the accounts receivable ledger, ensures deposits are posted accurately and promptly, manages collections, and maintains customer accounts receivable policies and contract records. The Account Manager serves as a liaison between field staff and contract billers and works with inspectors to support efficient project workflows. The position operates primarily in a professional office environment using standard office equipment, with occasional work in a field environment. Core days are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours are flexible and may extend beyond those times to complete weekly billing. Weekend and/or holiday work may be required. Billing personnel may be assigned to the Account Manager. The position reports directly to the Controller.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in accounts receivable or accounting.
Customer service skills when working with employees from various departments.
Knowledge of preparing bid specifications for customers.
Knowledge of safety practices, Workers’ Compensation, and basic OSHA regulations.
Analytical, problem-solving, and long-term planning skills.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to be flexible and open to multiple opinions and interpretations.
Ability to work efficiently in accounts receivable modules of accounting software.
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including PowerPoint.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Maintain a neat, well-groomed, and professional appearance.
Attention to detail, conflict resolution, team building, mentoring and coaching, business acumen, ethical decision-making and leadership, global and cultural awareness, critical and creative thinking, time management, self-control, adaptability, professionalism, and results orientation.

Responsibilities

Complete all weekly billing by Thursday after expenses are captured and obtain Divisional Manager approvals for Friday submissions.
Gather deliverables required to submit billing to customers.
Track percentage of completion on fixed-priced contracts with field representatives.
Review the capture of qualified expenses in accordance with contracts.
Maintain and reconcile a complete accounts receivable ledger.
Coordinate with the depositor to ensure deposits are posted accurately and promptly.
Maintain accounts receivable policies with customers and manage divisional collection activities.
Maintain copies of time-and-expense, fixed-bid, and emergency-work contracts.
Capture all budget items on fixed-priced contracts.
Maintain the time-and-expense and emergency-work schedule and manage approved rates with Horne Group and outside consultants.
Act as liaison between field staff and contract billers.
Work with inspectors on project processes to ensure workflow efficiency.
May supervise or be assigned billing personnel.