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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee and manage the accounts receivable department of our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with a specific focus on accounts receivable processes. This role requires excellent leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The Accounts Receivable Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all receivables are collected in a timely manner, managing a team of accounts receivable clerks, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures to improve efficiency and reduce the risk of bad debt. This position requires strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service. The Accounts Receivable Manager will work closely with other departments, including sales, customer service, and finance, to ensure that all accounts receivable activities are aligned with the overall goals and objectives of the organization. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and accounting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Oversee and manage the accounts receivable department.
- Ensure timely collection of receivables.
- Maintain accurate records of all transactions.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency.
- Reduce the risk of bad debt.
- Manage a team of accounts receivable clerks.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Work closely with other departments to align accounts receivable activities with organizational goals.
- Prepare and present reports on accounts receivable status.
- Monitor and analyze accounts receivable data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to accounts receivable.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Assist with audits and other financial reviews.
- Train and mentor accounts receivable staff.
- Implement and maintain accounts receivable software and systems.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key customers and clients.
- Negotiate payment terms and agreements with customers.
- Monitor and manage credit risk.
- Collaborate with the finance team to forecast cash flow and manage working capital.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in accounts receivable or a related role.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in accounts receivable software and systems.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards.
- Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Experience with financial reporting and analysis.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Experience with audits and financial reviews.
- Ability to train and mentor staff.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage credit risk.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with accounts receivable management?
- How do you ensure timely collection of receivables?
- What strategies do you use to reduce the risk of bad debt?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you resolved a discrepancy in accounts receivable?
- How do you develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency?
- What experience do you have with accounts receivable software and systems?
- How do you handle communication with internal and external stakeholders?
- Can you describe a time when you had to negotiate payment terms with a customer?
- How do you monitor and manage credit risk?
- What steps do you take to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards?
- How do you train and mentor accounts receivable staff?
- Can you describe your experience with financial reporting and analysis?
- How do you handle confidential information?
- What experience do you have with audits and financial reviews?
- How do you collaborate with other departments to align accounts receivable activities with organizational goals?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you improved accounts receivable processes?
- How do you manage a team of accounts receivable clerks?
- What steps do you take to provide excellent customer service?
- How do you prepare and present reports on accounts receivable status?
- What experience do you have with forecasting cash flow and managing working capital?
