Are you a collections whiz with a knack for building relationships? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy keeping a close eye on the bottom line?
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the AR team, including supervising, training, and motivating staff.
- Develop and implement efficient processes for customer invoicing, payment processing, and collections.
- Analyze customer accounts receivable aging reports and proactively pursue delinquent payments.
- Communicate effectively with customers to resolve outstanding balances and maintain positive relationships.
- Negotiate payment terms and collection strategies as needed.
- Reconcile bank statements and ensure accurate AR records.
- Monitor key AR metrics and report on collection performance to senior management.
- Identify and implement strategies to improve collection efficiency and reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).
- Stay up-to-date on relevant laws and regulations governing collections practices.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in an Accounts Receivable Manager or similar role.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and collecting on accounts receivable.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR best practices.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.
Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
$55,000 - $65,000/year
New Jersey -- Woodbridge 
Permanent