A/R Specialist - ICAST

Who we are:

ICAST (International Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology) is a 501c3 nonprofit that delivers green upgrades to multifamily affordable housing properties to fight climate change, preserve affordable housing, and address social inequity. We put millions of dollars to work in local communities across the US, saving low- and moderate-income families millions on their utility bills, reducing carbon emissions by millions of tons, and creating thousands of sustainable jobs in the green energy sector. ICAST motivates people to act, spurring local economic development, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility.

Our Work Environment:

Collaborative, entrepreneurial, fast paced, inclusive, work/life balance, established career paths for certain positions, opportunities to job shadow, flexible schedules, robust onboarding, and above all passion for what we do.

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Position Overview:

The A/R Specialist will play an integral role in the Accounts Receivable team in the ICAST accounting department. Responsibilities will include billing, collections, electronic filing, audit support, reporting, and other ad hoc assignments. Ideal candidates should be comfortable reaching out to customers to discuss aging accounts, should possess a strong understanding of accounting billing practices, and should have a background that includes complex billing structures and grant billing requirements. Candidates with construction billing and government grant billing experience are encouraged to apply. This position is fully remote and will require you to perform your role in an independent environment.

Requirements

Must Have Qualifications:

• 3+ Years background in deadline driven Accounts Receivable

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience with Debt Collection
• 1+ years working with Sage Intacct software
• 3+ years experience with accounting billing functions related to government grants
• 3+ years experience with standard accounting billing functions related to construction
• Demonstrable experience providing excellent customer service
• Advanced analytical and organizational capacity
• Strong communication skills; written and verbal
• Industry standard competency with Excel/Outlook

Location: Remote in the U.S.A.

Reports to: CFO

Skill Level: Intermediate

Education:  BS Preferred

Areas of Expertise: Accounts Receivable, GAAP, Construction Billing, Grants Billing, SAGE Intacct Accounts Receivable module, Collections, organization

Compensation: $65k/yr

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing A/R billing functions related to Grants, Rebates, and Construction Services
• Communicating with Customers via phone & email for collections of past due balances
• Processing Payment Applications
• Assists in Electronic Filing of Documentation
• Assists in Answering A/R Related Questions
• Preparing and organizing documentation needs for audits, internal reporting and other needs as defined
• Other duties as assigned by CFO and/or Controller

Initial Goals:

• Determine Program billing requirements
• Develop relationships with the PMO and Construction Teams
• Ensure billing is completed in a timely manner (by the first week of subsequent month)
• Ensure billing is fully supported with source documents and organized to facilitate an easy comparison of billed amounts and supporting documents

This Job Description is a guide listing the key responsibilities of the Job, not an all-inclusive list.   It will be reviewed and revised periodically by management to meet the changing needs of ICAST.

Benefits

• Company Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plan for the employee at no cost! (charges will be added for spouse and family coverage)
• Available Vision and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan available on day 1
• Unlimited PTO Plan

ICAST is a qualifying employer for Federal public student loan forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ for more details.

ICAST is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. ICAST is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer