Accounts Receivable Lead

vcfo; Dripping Springs (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development and ongoing培训

On-site gym and café

Job summary

vcfo seeks an Accounts Receivable Lead to oversee high-volume AR operations across multiple profit centers. You will guide a team of ~10, ensure timely invoicing, collections support, and reconciliations, and partner with management on cash flow and reporting.

You will champion AR policies, train staff, and drive process improvements while collaborating with billing, operations, and finance to optimize receivables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounts receivable experience with high-volume billing.
• Experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and corporate accounting policies.
• Experience with ERP systems like Workday preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support AR team for accuracy and efficiency across processes.
• Oversee daily AR activities, invoicing, cash application, reconciliations.
• Ensure timely invoicing and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Develop and enforce AR policies and best practices.
• Identify improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and scalability.
• Review AR work for accuracy and internal controls.
• Act as escalation point for complex AR issues.
• Assist with month-end close, aging reports, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Provide analytics and insights to support cash flow decisions.
• Collaborate with billing, operations, finance, and other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Workday

Job description

vcfo has partnered with a facilities services firm providing housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. Our client is seeking an Accounts Receivable Lead which will be a hands‑on role responsible for overseeing daily AR operations across multiple profit centers with a high volume of billing activity.

This position serves as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for the AR team, providing guidance, workflow coordination, and problem resolution for a staff of approximately 10. The AR Lead ensures timely and accurate invoicing, collections support, reconciliations, and adherence to internal controls while partnering closely with management to support cash flow and reporting objectives.

Important to Know

This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days remote each week. However, for the first 90 days (the probationary period), the schedule will be Monday through Friday in the office at their corporate location in Dripping Springs.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the day-to-day lead and go-to resource for the Accounts Receivable team, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency across all AR processes.
• Coordinate and monitor daily AR activities, including high-volume invoicing, cash application, account reconciliations, and billing across multiple profit centers.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and resolution of billing discrepancies, meeting tight deadlines and service-level expectations.
• Support the development, documentation, and consistent application of AR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Identify process gaps, recommend improvements, and assist with implementing workflow enhancements to improve quality, efficiency, and scalability.
• Review AR work for accuracy and consistency, helping maintain strong internal controls and data integrity.
• Act as the first point of escalation for complex AR issues, customer billing concerns, or system-related challenges, escalating to management as needed.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including aging reports, reconciliations, variance analysis, and journal entry preparation.
• Provide reporting, analytics, and insights to AR management to support cash flow optimization and decision-making.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with billing, operations, finance, and other departments to resolve issues impacting receivables and overall financial performance.
• Support onboarding and ongoing training of AR staff, reinforcing best practices and consistent standards across the team.

Skills

• Leadership and Mentorship: Ability to lead by example, coach peers, and act as a trusted resource for a team without direct managerial authority.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Customer Service Orientation: Professional, service‑minded approach with a focus on timely resolution and positive internal and external relationships.
• Problem Solving and Initiative: Proactive mindset with the ability to prioritize, make sound judgments, and resolve issues independently.
• Team Collaboration: Willingness to support colleagues, share knowledge, and contribute to shared departmental goals.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounts receivable experience, including experience in high‑volume billing and multi‑entity or multi‑profit center environments.
• Prior experience in a lead, senior, or informal supervisory role preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate accounting policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems preferred.

What They Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and ongoing training
• On‑site gym and café

Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply. vcfo and our client are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.