What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Receivable Manager position at ProTrans?
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Manager
Job SUMMARY
Manages both the team and processes to invoice customers in an accurate, effective and efficient manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Manages Accounts Receivable function - responsible for timely creation, accuracy and delivery of invoicing for all business units. Assists the AR Sr Manager in the development of and responsible for the implementation of the Accounts Receivable department goals, projects, policies, procedures, methods, and controls. Responsible for root case analysis related to errors in processes and procedures as related to the accounts receivable function. Research invoice issues related to collections issues, determine root cause, and implement corrective action. Daily management of the AR team to accomplish the department KPIs Actively participates in EDI projects related to Accounts Receivable invoicing. Actively participates in customer start up and system implementation. Provides data, reports, and other information to Finance and cross functional teams. Performs analysis of reports and assists in preparation of monthly reports. Provides outside financial auditors with required information and schedules. Responsible for timely, accurate data input and reporting of key performance measures. Identifies and implements continual improvement initiatives to enhance the performance of the position, the team and the company. System Enhancements: Work with IT to configure ERP/finance systems for: Data Integrity & Integrations: Partner with IT to ensure: User Access & Permissions: Define roles and permissions with IT to ensure:
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with two- (2) years progressively responsible experience in Finance, of which one (1) year must have been in a leadership capacity. Experience in logistics, high volume industries or with highly matrixed manufacturing customers is preferred.
Language Skills
Employees in this position must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills that contribute to the team environment. It is also necessary to have the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
Mathematical Skills
Basic math skills are required to calculate charges and audit bills.
REASONING ABILITY
It is necessary in this position to have the ability to set priorities and make sound decisions using good judgement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the physical abilities to speak on the telephone, and enter data into a computer. There is also the need to file records which includes bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting boxes up to 30 lbs. General upkeep is required of the personal work space and department area. It is necessary to climb and descend stairs daily and evacuate the building quickly in case of emergency.
Job SUMMARY
Manages both the team and processes to invoice customers in an accurate, effective and efficient manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Automated invoicing and payment reminders
- Cash application matching
- Dispute workflow routing
- Accurate data flow between ERP, CRM, and banking platforms
- Integration with third-party tools like payment gateways or reporting dashboards
- Proper segregation of duties
- Controlled access for AR, Finance, and leadership
- Use automation to reduce manual workloads and free up AR analysts
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with two- (2) years progressively responsible experience in Finance, of which one (1) year must have been in a leadership capacity. Experience in logistics, high volume industries or with highly matrixed manufacturing customers is preferred.
Language Skills
Employees in this position must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills that contribute to the team environment. It is also necessary to have the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
Mathematical Skills
Basic math skills are required to calculate charges and audit bills.
REASONING ABILITY
It is necessary in this position to have the ability to set priorities and make sound decisions using good judgement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the physical abilities to speak on the telephone, and enter data into a computer. There is also the need to file records which includes bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting boxes up to 30 lbs. General upkeep is required of the personal work space and department area. It is necessary to climb and descend stairs daily and evacuate the building quickly in case of emergency.
