Accounts Receivable Mgr - The Judge Group
Wayne, PA 19087
About the Job
Overview:
Position Summary:
As the Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager at Judge you will establish and build out a world class Accounts Receivable team. This includes the preparation and publishing of policies & procedures around the accounts receivable function, making strategic hiring decisions, directing your team in customer relationship management in collaboration with the Sales Team, reporting out key metrics, and exploring & implementing tools for end-to-end management of all AR functions.
Responsibilities:Accounts Receivable Management:
- Owns the monthly AR close process, including the reconciliation of the AR sub-ledger and related reserves to the General Ledger
- Regularly reviews AR aging and makes collection attempts when necessary
- Creates and manages AR policies and procedures
- Collaborates with key departments on refining and developing processes that impact the collection and application of customer payments (including customer onboarding, invoicing and collections)
- Ensures accurate and timely invoice creation within standard policies reflective of the client’s requirements
- Directs collections efforts of past due invoices, tracks invoice aging and forecasts collections
- Ensures accurate and timely application of cash payments
Customer Relationship Management:
- Thoughtfully manages relationships with key clients
- Develops strong relationships with internal customers including finance, sales, IT and others
- Researches and resolves AR issues with clients and internal account management team
Reporting & Compliance:
- Key contributor to AR month end reconciling and reporting requirements
- Ensures AR department readiness for audits by implementing strong internal controls
- Assists in establishing processes for accurate reporting of Sales Tax
Process Improvement:
- Collaborates in the development of ERP processes and solutions for AR activities
- Identifies and serves as key contributor in the implementation of new accounting tools as needed for streamlining the Order to Cash process
Team Leadership:
- Oversees the day-to-day activities of the AR team, setting direction, tracking progress, and providing coaching to achieve team goals.
- Develops Team Members by identifying strengths and creating opportunities for growth through training and development
- Builds a strong team culture through fostering collaboration, open communication, and a positive work environment.
Experience & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance
- 5+ years in corporate accounting or finance, including 2+ years in credit and collections
- 2+ years of experience in people management
- Strong understanding of Order to Cash cycle
- Experience in relationship management
- Working knowledge of GAAP
- Strong financial analysis skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Source : The Judge Group