What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Manager position at Confidential Jobs?
Job Title: Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager
Location: Palm Beach Garden
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Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of the accounts receivable function. The AR Manager will be responsible for ensuring the timely collection of outstanding invoices, maintaining accurate records, managing a team of AR specialists, and implementing processes to improve cash flow and reduce overdue accounts.
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Key Responsibilities:
· Supervise and manage the accounts receivable team to ensure effective invoicing, collections, and cash application.
· Develop and implement AR policies and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
· Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
· Perform customer account reconciliations and resolve billing and collection issues.
· Prepare aging reports and analyze AR metrics (e.g., DSO, bad debt).
· Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to ensure smooth billing and payment processes.
· Establish credit limits and evaluate credit risk in coordination with finance leadership.
· Provide accurate reports on receivables status, cash forecasts, and collections KPIs to senior management.
· Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory standards.
· Lead and support AR-related audits and month-end/year-end close activities.
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Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields
· 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
· Strong knowledge of accounting principles and AR processes.
· Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks).
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
· Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
· Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
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Preferred Skills:
· Experience in B2B collections or working in industries with complex billing cycles.
· Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls.
· Familiarity with automated billing and collections software.
