We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager to lead core receivables operations for a growing organization in Long Island City, New York. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who combines strong leadership ability with deep knowledge of billing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliation. The position will play a key part in strengthening reporting accuracy, improving workflow efficiency, and supporting sound financial practices across the business.
Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely invoicing, accurate cash posting, and consistent follow-up on outstanding balances.
- Guide and develop a receivables team, with responsibility for supervising and supporting a group expected to grow to eight or nine staff members.
- Monitor aging schedules and account status to reduce overdue balances and improve collection results for commercial customers.
- Review billing transactions and account activity to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and maintain reliable financial records.
- Prepare and analyze receivables reports using Excel, including pivot tables and other data analysis tools, to support decision-making and performance tracking.
- Partner with accounting and operational teams to address payment issues, streamline receivables processes, and maintain strong internal coordination.
- Apply industry knowledge to manage accounts receivable work in a construction-related environment, including customer billing and collection practices common to the sector.
- Support ongoing improvements to accounting workflows and system-related processes as business needs evolve.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting function.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience, with the ability to manage, coach, and organize a receivables team.
- Strong background in commercial collections, cash applications, billing operations, and aging report review.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel functions, including pivot tables, reporting, and data analysis.
- Experience working in the construction industry or with construction accounting practices is strongly preferred.
- Solid attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate financial data in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication and problem-solving skills for working with internal departments and external customers.