AR Manager
Finance & Accounting
Finance & Accounting
Jackson, NJ
About Us:
Our client is a trusted leader in commercial and residential landscaping, known for quality craftsmanship and long-standing client relationships. We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience managing full-cycle AR, including AIA billing and collections.
Key Responsibilities:
Our client is a trusted leader in commercial and residential landscaping, known for quality craftsmanship and long-standing client relationships. We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience managing full-cycle AR, including AIA billing and collections.
Key Responsibilities:
- AIA Billing: Prepare, process, and submit AIA billing applications accurately and on schedule — AIA billing experience is required.
- Invoicing: Generate, review, and send approximately 75–150 invoices per month, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with project requirements.
- Collections: Manage the full AR cycle, including tracking outstanding balances, following up on overdue accounts, and maintaining strong client communication.
- Retainage & Payment Schedules: Monitor retainage and payment terms to ensure proper tracking and timely collection.
- Reporting & Reconciliation: Maintain AR aging reports, reconcile accounts, and support month-end close processes.
- Software: Utilize QuickBooks and Excel daily for billing, reporting, and data management.
- Collaborate with project managers and accounting leadership to resolve billing issues and ensure proper documentation.
- Qualifications:
- 2–4 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, preferably in construction, landscaping, or a related industry.
- Hands-on AIA billing experience is mandatory.
- Strong understanding of retainage, payment schedules, and collections.
- Proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.).
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle high invoice volume with accuracy and efficiency.
- Why Join Us:
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Stable, growing company with a supportive team
- Opportunity to make an impact in a respected landscaping firm
- Will report to the Controller (and in turn the CFO)
- Work in the Jackson, NJ office 5 dpw (no remote work)
- Salary range = $90,000 - $120,000