Accounting Manager

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee key accounting functions with a particular focus on billing, accounts receivable, and collections
. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely customer invoicing, managing outstanding receivables, supporting the month‑end close, and maintaining strong accounting processes and controls.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on accounting professional with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and experience managing billing and collections in a fast‑paced environment.

• Manage the day‑to‑day accounting activities related to billing, accounts receivable, and collections
• Oversee the preparation and issuance of accurate and timely customer invoices
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively manage outstanding balances
• Lead collection efforts and communicate directly with customers regarding past‑due accounts, billing questions, and payment discrepancies
• Research and resolve billing issues, short payments, deductions, and account discrepancies
• Partner with sales, operations, customer service, and other internal teams to ensure accurate billing and timely resolution of customer issues
• Maintain accurate customer account information, payment terms, and supporting documentation
• Review cash receipts and ensure payments are properly applied to customer accounts
• Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reconciliations, aging reports, and collection forecasts
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assist with revenue recognition and related accounting activities as applicable
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve billing, collections, and accounts receivable processes
• Prepare schedules and documentation for external auditors
• Provide management with reporting and analysis related to receivables, collections, and cash flow
• Manage and develop accounting staff as applicable
• Support additional accounting and finance projects as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong experience with billing, accounts receivable, and collections
• Prior supervisory or management experience preferred
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
• Experience with month‑end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP/accounting systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with customers regarding sensitive collection matters
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

• CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus
• Experience improving or automating billing and accounts receivable processes
• Experience with high‑volume or complex customer billing environments
• Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams including sales, operations, and customer service