Accounts Receivable Lead: Cash Flow & Process Improvement

CFS; Hastings (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Accounts Receivable Lead in Hastings, MI, onsite, to lead daily AR activities, improve cash flow, and mentor the AR team. The role combines hands-on invoicing and collections with process enhancements to support accurate financial reporting.

You will collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance to optimize aging, reconcile subledgers, and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

Qualifications

• 3 years of progressive accounts receivable experience, manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, electronic payment platforms, customer portals, and Microsoft Excel required.
• Strong understanding of AR, collections, cash application, credit practices, and customer account management.
• GAAP knowledge, internal controls, account reconciliations, and month-end close familiarity.
• Advanced Excel skills to analyze aging, deductions, payment trends, and collection metrics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to resolve customer issues professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused approach with sound judgment and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily accounts receivable activities to ensure accurate work and deadlines.
• Process invoices, credit memos, and debit memos timely and accurately.
• Monitor aging reports and customer account activity for accuracy.
• Maintain customer account records and support master data updates.
• Escalate high-risk accounts and recommend actions such as credit holds or write-offs.
• Oversee cash application and reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger as required.

Skills

AR experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Electronic payment platforms

Customer portals

Job description

CFS is seeking an Accounts Receivable Lead in Hastings, MI, onsite, to lead daily AR activities, improve cash flow, and mentor the AR team. The role combines hands-on invoicing and collections with process enhancements to support accurate financial reporting.

You will collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance to optimize aging, reconcile subledgers, and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls.