AR Manager
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Manager
The Accounts Receivable Manager is responsible for leading all accounts receivable functions to ensure timely and accurate invoicing, cash application, collections, and credit management activities. This role oversees a team of AR professionals, maintains aging reports, drives process improvements, and partners with internal stakeholders to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables.
Key Responsibilities- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Accounts Receivable professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing support.
- Oversee the end-to-end invoicing process, ensuring invoices are generated accurately and distributed timely.
- Supervise daily cash application activities and ensure customer payments are applied correctly and efficiently.
- Manage customer credit reviews, approvals, and credit limit monitoring to minimize risk while supporting business growth.
- Monitor and maintain accounts receivable aging reports, identifying trends and proactively addressing delinquent accounts.
- Review aging balances and collaborate with customers, sales teams, and management to resolve outstanding payment issues.
- Develop and implement AR policies, procedures, and controls to improve efficiency and strengthen compliance.
- Prepare and present AR metrics, reporting, and analysis to leadership.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities related to accounts receivable.
- Partner with Accounting and Finance leadership to improve cash flow and working capital performance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to AR processes, reporting, and system utilization.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive Accounts Receivable experience, including management or supervisory responsibilities.
- Proven experience overseeing invoicing, cash application, collections, credit management, and aging analysis.
- Strong knowledge of accounts receivable best practices and internal controls.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
- Experience utilizing ERP systems in a high-volume environment.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Experience leading AR functions in a multi‑entity or high‑volume transaction environment.
- Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Net Suite, or similar systems.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimization and automation.
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