Billing Collection Manager

Description

Billing and Collection Manager Chicagoland area - hybrid

Email your resume to danielle.tubero or call  

Medical, dental, 401k and bonuses paid out yearly

oversee billing operations and collections performance for a construction-focused organization hybrid role in Chicagoland area .Supervising staff of 6 plus individuals handling billing, collections and managing accounts receivable is current. Making sure invoicing and reporting,account follow-up are timely. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of construction contract billing, a proactive leadership style, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities:

- Lead daily accounts receivable and billing operations to support accurate invoicing, timely collections, and strong financial performance.

- Review customer billing activity, monitor outstanding balances, and drive consistent follow-up to accelerate payment resolution.

- Investigate discrepancies where invoices are not paid , identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions to reduce repeat issues.

- Oversee entry and validation of billing data within company systems, ensuring completeness and readiness for internal review and processing.

- Supervise, coach, and develop AR team members while providing direction on priorities, workload management, and departmental coverage.

- Establish and refine procedures that improve workflow efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and support department goals.

- Analyze billed and unbilled trends, aging performance, and collection results to identify risks and recommend operational adjustments.

- Prepare recurring AR reports for accounting leadership, including clear commentary on account status, issues, and next steps.

- Act as the main escalation point for billing disputes and delayed payments, collaborating with internal stakeholders and customers to resolve concerns.

- Support audit requests and verify adherence to accounting procedures, addressing discrepancies quickly to reduce financial risk.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree

- At least 7- 20 plus years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or collections within construction

- Experience with Construction contract billing, including lump sum, time and materials, unit price, and change order documentation.

- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data, track trends, and support reporting needs.

- Demonstrated success managing AR aging and billing processes.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with careful attention to detail and accuracy.

- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, leadership, and customers while handling escalations professionally.

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Billing and Collection Manager Chicagoland area - hybrid

Email your resume to danielle.tubero or call

Medical, dental, 401k and bonuses paid out yearly

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