Sterling Search Partners has partnered with a Birmingham based company to help them find an experienced
AR / Collections Associate
to join their Accounts Receivable team. This role focuses on
relationship-based credit management and collections . You’ll work closely with our sales team, branch managers, and customers to manage receivables, resolve issues, and maintain positive long-term relationships. You will be part of a collaborative AR department with shared knowledge and coordinated workflows. Key Responsibilities
Take full ownership of assigned accounts receivable portfolios Contact customers with balances over 45 days to:
Confirm payments Set up payment arrangements Research and resolve disputes
Coordinate with branch managers and sales representatives regarding:
Job projects Owner notices Lien waivers and lien filings
Apply working knowledge of
construction lien laws , particularly for
Florida and Georgia Help reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and maintain a consistent weekly revenue flow Verify credit and set up new customer accounts and new jobs Handle a high-volume workload (approximately
100+ items reviewed weekly ) Payment posting may be included, depending on experience and team needs Required Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of credit and collections experience in the construction industry Strong understanding of credit management and collections best practices Experience working with sales teams and internal stakeholders Knowledge of lien laws (FL/GA required) Preferred Skills & Traits
Critical thinker and effective problem solver Relationship-focused approach to collections Able to balance customer empathy with firm collection objectives
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AR / Collections Associate
to join their Accounts Receivable team. This role focuses on
relationship-based credit management and collections . You’ll work closely with our sales team, branch managers, and customers to manage receivables, resolve issues, and maintain positive long-term relationships. You will be part of a collaborative AR department with shared knowledge and coordinated workflows. Key Responsibilities
Take full ownership of assigned accounts receivable portfolios Contact customers with balances over 45 days to:
Confirm payments Set up payment arrangements Research and resolve disputes
Coordinate with branch managers and sales representatives regarding:
Job projects Owner notices Lien waivers and lien filings
Apply working knowledge of
construction lien laws , particularly for
Florida and Georgia Help reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and maintain a consistent weekly revenue flow Verify credit and set up new customer accounts and new jobs Handle a high-volume workload (approximately
100+ items reviewed weekly ) Payment posting may be included, depending on experience and team needs Required Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of credit and collections experience in the construction industry Strong understanding of credit management and collections best practices Experience working with sales teams and internal stakeholders Knowledge of lien laws (FL/GA required) Preferred Skills & Traits
Critical thinker and effective problem solver Relationship-focused approach to collections Able to balance customer empathy with firm collection objectives
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