Accounts Receivable Manager

Description

You will be joining Azira, one of the fastest growing marketing solutions companies, and experience a true start-up culture with the freedom to experiment and innovate. At Azira, we believe that great culture is not just about work; it’s work + life. We not only encourage our employees to dream big but also give them the freedom and the tools to do so.

Azira is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee the entire accounts receivable process for our US operations. This remote position will be responsible for managing the collection of payments, supervising the accounts receivable team, and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record in managing accounts receivable functions.

A Day in the Life

Work closely with the finance team to:

• Promote, develop, and enrich key stakeholder relationships.
• Streamline departmental processes.
• Proactively review accounts with analysts to monitor payment status.
• Ensure follow-up on individual accounts with delinquency issues.
• Monitor, resolve, or escalate payment deduction issues.

Lead monthly calls with Sales Account Management leadership to:

• Gain the support needed to resolve collection issues.
• Collaborate with other department managers to ensure:
• General ledgers within the area are reconciled monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Oversee the customer post-audit research and resolution process for all accounts.

Interact with internal and external auditors to:

• Provide information in support of A/R audit projects.
• Ensure strict confidentiality of financial records and safeguard confidential company information.

Set objectives for the accounts receivable team that align with Azira’s financial goals, including:

• Monitoring the processing of invoices and ensuring timely collection of payments.
• Conducting credit checks and negotiating with clients regarding non-payment cases.
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting reports.
• Organizing and maintaining records of invoices, bills, and deposits, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Reviewing accounts receivable aging reports and implementing strategies to improve cash flow.
• Setting up initial credit limits and monitoring existing credit limits as needed
• Willingness to work with sales to make sure there is a balance between collection risk and sales

Additional responsibilities:

• Review customer financial data to set target credit limits.
• Monitor ongoing customer credit limits and adjust as needed.
• Work with SAP to automate the dunning process.
• Monitor AR on a weekly basis and create reporting for management.
• Negotiate directly with customers on credit facilities.
• Be comfortable negotiating with sales to reduce credit limits in the best interest of the company.

What You Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven work experience as an Accounts Receivable Manager or Supervisor, with a minimum of 6 years in a related role.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to create and present detailed reports.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a team effectively and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.