Accounts Receivable Lead

Essential Functions:

* Manage and oversee accurate and timely cash application processes, ensuring all payments are correctly posted to customer accounts.

* Establish and maintain credit policies, assessing customer creditworthiness to mitigate risks.

* Lead the collections process by ensuring timely follow-ups on overdue accounts and negotiating payment plans, as necessary.

* Monitor aging reports and regularly update senior management on AR performance.

* Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AR specialists, ensuring high productivity and engagement.

* Monitor team performance and implement strategies for process optimization and efficiency.

* Foster collaboration across departments, including Sales, Customer Service, and Finance.

* Prepare and analyze AR reports, including DSO metrics, aging summaries, and collection forecasts.

* Identify opportunities for process automation and participate in system upgrades or implementations.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

* 3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role.

* Strong knowledge of AR processes, including cash posting, billing, credit, and collections.

* Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

* Experience with process improvement initiatives and system implementations is a plus.

* Leadership and team development.

* Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

* Strong negotiation skills and customer relationship management.

* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a challenging and demanding environment.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer -M/F/Disabled/Vet