A/R Lead

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Lead to join our team in Somerset, New Jersey in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position plays a key role in supporting healthy cash flow by overseeing invoicing, payment application, collections activity, and account reconciliation. The ideal candidate brings strong billing and receivables experience, communicates effectively with customers and internal partners, and helps improve the accuracy and efficiency of the accounts receivable function.

Sr. A/R Lead Responsibilities:

• Oversee open customer balances and take timely action to support prompt payment and reduce delinquent accounts.

• Prepare and distribute customer invoices in accordance with pricing agreements, contract terms, and billing schedules.

• Record and post incoming payments from multiple sources, including checks, card transactions, and bank receipts, to the appropriate customer accounts.

• Contact customers regarding past-due balances, respond to account questions, and work toward resolution of billing discrepancies.

• Provide clear updates to clients on invoice status, payment timing, and outstanding account activity.

• Reconcile accounts receivable records on a routine basis to confirm that transactions are accurate, complete, and properly documented.

• Coordinate with accounting personnel to support accurate journal entries and ensure customer-related transactions are reflected correctly in financial records.

• Produce recurring reports for leadership on aging trends, collections progress, and overall receivables performance.

• Review account activity for credit exposure, support credit evaluations, and recommend appropriate actions based on established guidelines.

• Partner with sales, finance, and customer service teams to resolve billing issues and identify process improvements that strengthen efficiency and reduce errors.

• Hands-on experience with accounts receivable processes, including cash application, collections, aging, and billing activities.

• Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel.