AR/Accounting Operations Manager

Kforce has a client that is seeking an AR/Accounting Operations Manager in Hunt Valley, MD. Summary: The Accounting Operations Manager will oversee key day-to-day accounting and financial operations, including accounts receivable, recurring B2B billing, cash application, bank reconciliations, commission payments, and other high-volume transactional processes. This position will provide leadership and oversight to accounting staff while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strong operational controls. Responsibilities include:

• Lead and oversee accounts receivable and recurring B2B billing processes
• Manage cash applications, bank reconciliations, and complex transaction reconciliations
• Oversee recurring commission and payment processes
• Review accounting activity for accuracy and investigate discrepancies or exceptions
• Coach, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Assign and prioritize workloads to ensure deadlines are consistently met
• Partner with internal departments to resolve billing and accounting-related issues
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, controls, and operational efficiency
• Develop and implement practical process improvements and automation
• Support ERP enhancements, system upgrades, and accounting process optimization
• Assist with audit requests and maintain appropriate supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years of management or supervisory experience
• B2B insurance industry experience required
• Strong accounts receivable and high-volume billing experience
• Experience overseeing cash application and bank reconciliation processes
• Demonstrated experience identifying and resolving complex reconciliation discrepancies
• Process improvement and workflow optimization experience
• Strong understanding of recurring payment and transactional accounting processes
• Strong Excel, spreadsheet, and database skills
• Strong systems aptitude and ability to learn new ERP and proprietary platforms
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment