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Accounting Administrator, Accounts Receivable

Meriton, Irving, TX, United States


Accounting Administrator, Accounts Receivable
Irving, Texas

Meriton is a national team of experts driving HVAC innovation through a network of high‑performing companies. From strategy and support to systems and solutions, we work behind the scenes to strengthen operations and build value—for our partners and our people.

If you’re looking to make an impact, we’re glad you’re here. At Meriton, you’ll join a team that believes in big ideas, doing great work, and building careers that matter—every step of the way.

Position Description
Job Title : Accounting Administrator, Accounts Receivable

Reports To : Accounts Receivable Manager

FLSA Status : Non‑Exempt

Location : Shared Services Office, Irving, TX (Hybrid)

Summary
The Accounting Administrator provides administrative and operational support to centralized accounting functions by managing shared communication channels, processing mail and documentation, routing inquiries, and supporting workflow coordination. This role is responsible for ensuring timely intake, organization, and tracking of customer‑ and vendor‑related correspondence while maintaining documentation standards, internal controls, and audit readiness. The Accounting Administrator performs administrative support activities only and does not perform invoice posting, billing, collections, or credit decision‑making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Administrative & Communication Support

Monitor and manage shared accounting email inboxes.

Review, tag, categorize, and route incoming emails to the appropriate accounting team or queue.

Acknowledge receipt of inquiries when required and ensure timely handoff to the assigned owner.

Answer incoming accounting‑related phone calls; provide basic information and route calls appropriately.

Maintain inquiry logs, call logs, or tracking records as required.

Mail Processing & Document Management

Receive, open, and process incoming and returned mail related to invoices, statements, checks, and general accounting correspondence.

Prepare and mail customer invoices, statements, and vendor payments as directed.Identify address issues, undeliverable mail, or documentation gaps and route findings to the appropriate owner.

Scan, index, and attach documents to customer or vendor records within Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Maintain organized electronic and physical files to support audit readiness.

Workflow Coordination & Task Support

Accumulate invoices received through centralized inboxes and route them for review.

Verify invoices and expenses include required approvals prior to routing.

Create, assign, and track work items related to inquiries and documentation requests.

Follow up on open administrative items to ensure timely resolution.

Data Accuracy & Controls Support

Identify and flag potential customer or vendor master data issues.

Ensure documentation accuracy and retention in accordance with SOX and internal controls.

Adhere to established accounting policies and procedures.

Strong organizational and administrative skills.

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Professional communication and customer service orientation.

Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Accountability and compliance focus.

Education/Experience

1–3 years of administrative or accounting support experience preferred.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred.

Corporate shared services office environment with moderate noise level. Hybrid arrangements may be available based on business needs.

Physical Demands
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach during the workday. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Meriton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.

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