Accounts Receivable Manager

Client: Manufacturing/CPG Distribution Role: Accounts Receivable Manager (Temporary to Permanent) Pay Rate: $50-60/hr Location: Brooklyn, NY – Hybrid (3 days onsite) Professional Summary Results-driven Accounts Receivable Manager with extensive experience overseeing accounts receivable operations, credit management, collections, and customer account administration. Proven ability to lead teams, streamline processes, improve cash flow, and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal departments in fast-paced environments. Key Responsibilities Managed all Accounts Receivable functions, procedures, and daily department operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Supervised and developed a team of five A/R Specialists by providing hands‑on training, coaching, and ongoing performance support. Conducted monthly team meetings to review customer trial balances, evaluate account performance, and establish departmental priorities. Assessed and managed customer credit terms and limits in accordance with company policies and risk management procedures. Maintained customer resale certificate records to ensure accuracy, validity, and compliance with tax regulations. Collaborated with sales teams and external partners to resolve billbacks, deductions, and promotional program discrepancies. Reviewed, coded, and approved vendor check requests related to promotional and marketing expenses. Reviewed and approved daily Accounts Receivable credit memo requests to ensure proper documentation and accounting accuracy. Monitored unapplied cash and payments, ensuring timely resolution and accurate account application. Processed and tracked international wire transfers, monitored open international orders, and ensured advance payments were properly applied following final billing. Oversaw freight claim activities to ensure timely filing and resolution of carrier-related claims. Verified recovery agency commission invoices for accuracy and compliance with service agreements. Prepared monthly Accounts Receivable accrual calculations and corresponding journal entries. Calculated and managed annual Accounts Receivable reserve allocations. Monitored departmental communications and delegated requests to the appropriate parties. Assisted with onboarding and training new hires on customer accounts, systems, and internal procedures. Supported special projects and cross‑functional initiatives as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. 7+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, including leadership responsibilities. Strong knowledge of credit management, collections, account reconciliation, and financial reporting. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. Experience with ERP/accounting systems preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional and diplomatic approach. Consumer goods and retail industry experience preferred. Preference for candidates with experience in software implementation or integration. Experience managing teams and departments. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr