Accounts Receivable Manager   (NW Houston)

Position Summary:

The Accounts Receivable (A/R) Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s accounts receivable function, including billing, credit management, and collections. This role ensures timely and accurate invoicing, efficient collection of outstanding receivables, and effective credit risk management to support healthy cash flow and minimize bad debt exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the accounts receivable department.
• Ensure timely, accurate posting of payments, adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Monitor aging reports and maintain accurate customer account records.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Billing & Invoicing

• Supervise the preparation, review, and issuance of customer invoices.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, billing schedules, and accounting standards.
• Work with internal departments (sales, customer service, operations) to resolve billing discrepancies.

Credit & Collections

• Establish and enforce credit policies, limits, and approval processes.
• Evaluate new and existing customer creditworthiness using credit reports and financial analysis.
• Manage collections activities to reduce delinquency and improve DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).
• Negotiate payment plans and settlements with customers as needed.
• Escalate high-risk accounts and recommend write-offs when appropriate.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly A/R aging reports, cash forecasts, and collection performance metrics.
• Analyze trends and identify areas for improvement in credit and collection processes.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts receivable.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, train, and mentor a team (6-8) of A/R, billing, and collections specialists.
• Foster collaboration between finance, operations, and sales teams.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and compliance standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounts receivable, billing, and collections, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, credit principles, and collection best practices.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or similar) and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

Key Competencies:

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Results-driven and proactive in resolving account issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

This is a 5 days in-office position on the NW side of Houston with a growing company. 

For immediate consideration, please email resume to jworm@bgsf.com.  

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