Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Accounting Manager

Job Title:

Accounting Manager - Accounts Receivable & Credit

Job Description

The Accounting Manager - Accounts Receivable & Credit oversees all accounts receivable, collections, credit, and cash application functions. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of customer account balances. It involves leading AR operations, enhancing cash flow performance, mitigating credit risks, and collaborating with Sales, Customer Service, and leadership teams to improve collections and customer payment processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical accounting background and a hands-on approach to managing receivables and customer relationships.

Responsibilities

+ Manage the day-to-day Accounts Receivable function, including invoicing, cash application, payment posting, and account maintenance.

+ Oversee timely and accurate customer billing processes.

+ Review and approve AR reconciliations and resolve complex account discrepancies.

+ Monitor customer account balances and aging reports to ensure timely collections.

+ Develop and implement AR policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency and accuracy.

+ Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and financial reporting requirements.

+ Lead collection efforts on delinquent accounts and support escalated customer conversations.

+ Establish collection strategies to reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) and improve cash flow.

+ Monitor aging trends and provide recommendations to leadership regarding collection risk.

+ Partner with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve payment disputes and billing issues.

+ Analyze collection performance and develop action plans to reduce overdue balances.

+ Review and approve customer credit applications.

+ Verify credit references and evaluate customer financial stability.

+ Assess customer creditworthiness and recommend credit limits and payment terms.

+ Monitor customer credit exposure and proactively identify potential collection risks.

+ Prepare monthly AR reports, aging analyses, collection metrics, and cash flow forecasts.

+ Analyze customer payment trends and identify opportunities for process improvements.

+ Utilize Excel and ERP systems to support AR reporting and business decision-making.

+ Present AR performance metrics and collection updates to leadership.

+ Lead, mentor, and develop Accounts Receivable staff.

+ Establish performance expectations and monitor departmental productivity.

+ Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Accounting teams to resolve customer issues and improve billing accuracy.

+ Support month-end close activities related to receivables, bad debt reserves, and account reconciliations.

+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline AR and collections processes.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

+ 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with significant Accounts Receivable and Collections responsibility.

+ 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in AR processes, credit management, collections, and cash application.

+ Experience managing customer aging and collection performance metrics.

+ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.

+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, distribution, or industrial industry.

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Experience with ERP systems and large-volume customer accounts.

+ Experience managing credit reviews, customer risk assessments, and collection policies.

+ CPA or CMA designation preferred but not required.

+ Understanding customer deductions, chargebacks, and co-op credits.

+ Experience in large-volume invoicing environments.

+ Associate Degree in Accounting/Business is helpful but less important than direct AR experience.

Work Environment

The role requires proficiency with Excel and ERP systems. The candidate will work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting teams. The work environment is dynamic and involves managing large-volume customer accounts. Regular collaboration with…