Accounts Receivable Manager Job in Tampa, Florida US
Accounts Receivable Manager
A trusted Kforce client has engaged our team to find their next Accounts Receivable Manager. This position is responsible for developing and administering the Company's credit policies and procedures for a large number of accounts. With the assistance of three supporting staff, the Accounts Receivable Manager will ensure timely and accurate payment processing, including check payment, COD and credit card applications as well as research on payment deductions. The candidate will be developing and maintaining excellent rapport with valued clients is an essential part of this position as it relates to the collection of outstanding invoices and overall customer service. This position is located in Tampa, Florida. Main Duties: * Responsible for ensuring department procedures are completed accurately and efficiently and employees are following all credit policies * Assure timely collection of outstanding invoices * Manage cash application to the respective customer accounts, making sure all cash receipts are applied properly * Monitor accounts to ensure no deviations from the Company credit policies and procedures * Conduct credit checks on all new clients and establish credit limits * Utilize good judgment along with prior customer account history to manage customer credit limits, determine write offs and release orders for shipping * Strive to improve quality of invoicing and collection procedures * Continually work to improve credit policies * Maintain reports on invoicing totals, aging totals, cash receipts, invoice adjustments and cash balances * Review weekly, the aging reports to identify accounts that require follow-up on collections of past due balances * Manage a supporting staff of Accounts Receivable Specialists * Monitor performance and conduct reviews for staff * Assist management team in setting corporate goals and employee development strategies and provide input for other key functions of the overall business Requirements: * Five + years experience in credit, collections and deductions with a large customer base and prior management experience * BS Degree in Business or Accounting highly preferred * Working knowledge of MS Office Excel and superior spreadsheets skills * Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar operating software is a plus * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Managerial skills, including supervision of support staff * Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines is a must