Accounts Receivable Manager

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We are seeking a dynamic Accounts Receivable Manager with a proven record of accomplishment in optimizing cash flow and reducing delinquency rates. Join our team and spearhead strategic initiatives to streamline processes and ensure timely collections. Apply now to spearhead our financial efficiency drive!

• Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.
• Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.
• Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.
• Over 50+ years of experience in creating long‑lasting partnerships.

• We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.
• Protect What Matters:
  We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.
• Deliver On Our Promises:
  We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.
• Win as a Team:
  We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand‑in‑hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.
• Advance a Safer Future:
  We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost‑efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.

The Accounts Receivable Manager oversees all aspects of accounts receivable activities for the company, including overall invoicing, collections, cash application activities, and timely management of all accounts receivable aging components. Job duties include:

• Manage daily and weekly invoicing for all companies.
• Review and approve requests for credit or debit memos.
• Manage and streamline the billing and collection process, and cash application functions for all companies.
• Conduct a weekly review of collection reports to discover the status of collections and process demand letters, as needed.
• Monitor aging balances and recommend sales order holds and/or write offs for delinquent accounts.
• Prepare monthly and bi‑monthly collection reports of 15 aging concerns for VP Controller, CFO, and President and present at meetings.
• Prepare and send weekly aging reports for all companies to VPs and above and select sales representatives.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the Accounts Receivable department.
• Create, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and controls.
• Ensure all data relating to write‑off approvals, change to invoicing, and all transactions are saved electronically.
• Participate in all audits for Account Receivable.
• Monitor and work with internal departments to resolve outstanding AR claims and chargebacks.
• Monitor weekly accrual and year‑end accrual of potential claims.
• Communicate regularly with field operations personnel.
• Communicate internally with Controller, CFO, peers with Controller group, departments, and operations.
• Communicate externally with customers and auditors.
• Manage customer price changes in system.
• Run D&B reports on new and existing customers for creditworthiness conclusion, credit approvals, and slow‑pay accounts.
• Special projects, reports, tasks, and other duties as needed.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts receivables or related role, with 1‑3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and procedures including billing and credit and collections.
• Proficiency in using accounting software (ERP systems) and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple accounts, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Detail‑oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Experience in managing a team and fostering a positive work environment.