Accounts Receivable Manager

Lee Hecht Harrison

Grand Rapids, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$98,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Receivable Management, Accounts Receivable Processing, Billing, Cash Applications, Coaching, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Credit and Collections, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Develop and Maintain Customers, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Regulations, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, Operations, Oracle, Organizational Skills, Past Due Accounts, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, SAP, Sales Operations, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
4 days ago

We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Accounts Receivable Manager to lead and oversee the AR function. This role is responsible for managing billing, collections, and cash application processes while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a process-improvement mindset, and the ability to partner cross-functionally with finance and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily accounts receivable operations, including invoicing, cash application, and collections

  • Manage and develop AR staff, providing coaching, training, and performance oversight

  • Monitor aging reports and proactively address past-due accounts to reduce DSO

  • Establish and maintain strong customer relationships to support timely payments and resolve disputes

  • Ensure accurate and timely billing in accordance with company policies and client agreements

  • Lead month-end close activities related to AR, including reconciliations and reporting

  • Develop, implement, and improve AR processes and internal controls

  • Partner with accounting, sales, and operations teams to ensure alignment on billing and collections

  • Support audits and ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of accounts receivable or credit/collections experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role

  • Strong knowledge of AR processes, billing, cash application, and collections strategies

  • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

  • Excellent communication and customer relationship management abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience managing high-volume or multi-entity AR environments

  • Background in process improvements and system implementations

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $98,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Amaka Mozie

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison