Pieper Electric, Inc.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Pieper Electric, Inc., New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States, 53151
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The Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist is responsible for managing and collecting outstanding receivables from all clients, including general and subcontractors, ensuring timely payments while maintaining strong customer relationships. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of construction billing processes, lien rights, retention, and job cost accounting to reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) and improve cash flow.
Key Responsibilities
Collections & Customer Communication:
Proactively contact customers via telephone, email, and written correspondence to follow up on past‑due invoices
Establish payment arrangements and monitor adherence to the established agreement
Address and resolve disputes or billing issues promptly to prevent payment delays
Maintain a professional, customer‑focused approach even during difficult conversations
Back up for Cash Application Specialist
Documentation & Reporting:
Maintain clear, concise, and accurate collections notes that capture the reason for nonpayment
Recommend accounts for escalation, lien or legal action when necessary
Process Improvement:
Identify recurring payment delays and work with the team to improve billing accuracy
Suggest and assist with implementing strategies to reduce average collection time and increase efficiency
Requirements
High School degree or equivalent required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
3+ years of B2B AR collections experience, 1+ years in the construction industry preferred
Knowledge of lien laws, retainage rules, and construction billing methods preferred
Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non‑negotiable
Strong spreadsheet skills and a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be willing to initiate and build strong relationships with customers and project team members
Ability and creativity to reason and think logically in problem solving
Goal oriented with a commitment to get results
Pieper Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industry Construction
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The Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist is responsible for managing and collecting outstanding receivables from all clients, including general and subcontractors, ensuring timely payments while maintaining strong customer relationships. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of construction billing processes, lien rights, retention, and job cost accounting to reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) and improve cash flow.
Key Responsibilities
Collections & Customer Communication:
Proactively contact customers via telephone, email, and written correspondence to follow up on past‑due invoices
Establish payment arrangements and monitor adherence to the established agreement
Address and resolve disputes or billing issues promptly to prevent payment delays
Maintain a professional, customer‑focused approach even during difficult conversations
Back up for Cash Application Specialist
Documentation & Reporting:
Maintain clear, concise, and accurate collections notes that capture the reason for nonpayment
Recommend accounts for escalation, lien or legal action when necessary
Process Improvement:
Identify recurring payment delays and work with the team to improve billing accuracy
Suggest and assist with implementing strategies to reduce average collection time and increase efficiency
Requirements
High School degree or equivalent required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
3+ years of B2B AR collections experience, 1+ years in the construction industry preferred
Knowledge of lien laws, retainage rules, and construction billing methods preferred
Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non‑negotiable
Strong spreadsheet skills and a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be willing to initiate and build strong relationships with customers and project team members
Ability and creativity to reason and think logically in problem solving
Goal oriented with a commitment to get results
Pieper Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industry Construction
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