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Accounts Receivable Lead
Role Summary
The Accounts Receivable Lead drives the company's accounts receivable function by leading invoicing, collections, cash application, dispute resolution, and customer account management. This role partners closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance to improve cash flow, reduce aging balances, strengthen customer relationships, and ensureaccuratefinancial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily AR operations, ensuringtimelyandaccurateinvoicing, cash application, collections, and account maintenance.
Manage and resolve customer billing issues, deductions, disputes, and payment discrepancies.
Drive collection efforts to reduce past-due receivables and improve overall AR performance.
Monitor aging reports, account activity, andcollectionmetrics toidentifyrisks and opportunities.
Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and customers to resolve payment obstacles andmaintainpositive business relationships.
Oversee account reconciliations, cash posting accuracy, and support month-end and year-end close activities.
Develop and mentor AR team members while improving processes, controls, reporting, and automation opportunities.
Support audits, compliance requirements, and ERP system enhancements.
What Success Looks Like
Reduced past-due receivables and improved cash flow.
Accurate customer accounts, cash application, and aging reports.
Strong cross-functional partnerships that quickly resolve payment issues.
Continuous improvement of AR processes, controls, and reporting.
Qualifications
Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field;Bachelor'sdegree preferred.
5+ years of progressive Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of collections, cash application, reconciliations, and financial controls.
Experience with ERP systems, customer portals, electronic payment platforms, and advanced Excel.
Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Core Competencies
Drives Results
Decision Quality
Develops Talent
Plans & Aligns
Directs Work
Manages Conflict
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead a critical financial function, influence process improvements, partner with key business leaders, and drive measurable impact on the company's cash flow and financial performance.