Accounts Receivable Lead

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Duration of role: Full time

Number of Position: 1

Reporting to: Credit Manager

Location: Jessup, MD

About Us

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $420m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

About The Role

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Lead manages the AR operations, ensuring timely payments, accurate reconciliations, and effective collections. This role involves mentoring the AR team, resolving billing disputes, and implementing process improvements. Additionally, they ensure compliance with accounting standards, support audits, and maintain accurate financial records to optimize cash flow and customer relationships.

What You’ll Do

• Team Leadership:
• Mentor accounts receivable staff, ensuring they meet performance standards.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Accounts Receivable Operations:
• Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments and identify potential issues.
• Resolve billing disputes and address customer inquiries with the assistance of Customer Service
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payments and reconciliation of accounts.
• Update client billing information.
• Collections:
• Implement collection strategies to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices.
• Follow-up on overdue accounts, informing internal departments where needed for assistance.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify areas for improvement in the accounts receivable process and implement solutions.
• Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Reporting:
• Assist in preparing accounts receivable reports, including aging reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and filing of prelien notices for jobs over 100K
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
  

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is often preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Accounts Receivable and collections, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts receivable processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and other relevant tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
  
  

Employee Benefits

• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.
  
  

Tate is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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