What are the responsibilities and job description for the SENIOR ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE MANAGER position at The Ideal Group?
Description
We are currently seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Receivable Manager to join our fast-paced accounting team.
As a Senior Accounts Receivable Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all activities related to accounts receivable, including monitoring and analyzing financial transactions, managing collections, and ensuring accurate and timely invoicing with legal regulations. You will also work with other departments to resolve billing issues and discrepancies.
The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of accounting principles and standards, as well as exceptional organizational and communication skills. You will play a critical role in maintaining strong relationships within our multiple companies and ensure that the company's financial goals are met.
Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of accounts receivable representatives, providing guidance and support in handling collection activities and resolving customer disputes. You will act as a liaison between the team and the Controller.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, customer service, and finance, to resolve customer inquiries and address any billing-related concerns
- Implement best practices and procedures for the accounts receivable function, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations
- Monitor and analyze customer accounts, identifying and resolving any discrepancies or issues in a timely manner
- Process customer payments via various payment methods (i.e. credit card, check, ACH, etc.)
- Review and approve credit applications for new and existing customers
- Oversee the collections process, including contacting customers to collect on outstanding balances and escalating collection efforts as necessary
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (Preferred)
- At least 5 years of experience in accounts receivable management or a similar role
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
Benefit Information
- The position offers an attractive benefit package that includes medical insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, HMO and Health Savings plan options available), dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans on the first of the month following the date of hire. Paid time off and 401K plan offered upon reaching eligibility.
EEOC Statement
- Ideal Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of such factors as race, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, citizenship, handicap, height, weight and marital status. Under the State Persons with Disabilities Act and the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act, an employer has a legal obligation to accommodate an employee’s or job applicant’s disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the employer. A person with a disability may allege a violation against an employer regarding a failure to accommodate his or her condition under Michigan law only if the person notifies the employer in writing of the need for accommodation within 182 days after the date the person knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
