Accounts Receivable Manager

AP Executive Staffing; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A national professional services organization seeks an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager in Buffalo, NY. This role involves overseeing AR and Cash Application functions, driving process improvements, and managing a team. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience, with 5 years in a leadership role, and possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills. The role presents an excellent opportunity for those eager to build and improve processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable and Cash Application.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Accounts Receivable and Cash Application teams.
• Oversee full-cycle AR processes including collections and cash application.
• Drive improvements in collections performance and reduce outstanding receivables.

Skills

Leadership

Accounts Receivable processes

Cash Application

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Billtrust

HighRadius

Aderant

Job description

AP Executive Staffing (APX) is hiring on behalf of a well-established, national professional services organization to bring on an Accounts Receivable Manager in the Buffalo area.

This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing both Accounts Receivable and Cash Application functions. The right person will not only manage day-to-day operations, but also drive process improvements, optimize cash flow, and help elevate overall performance across the team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building structure, improving systems, and leading teams in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Accounts Receivable and Cash Application teams, including direct oversight of supervisors and staff
• Oversee full-cycle AR processes including collections, cash application, research, refunds, and dispute resolution
• Drive improvements in collections performance and reduce outstanding receivables
• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements
• Monitor KPIs and financial metrics; report on performance to leadership
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve issues and support client satisfaction
• Support and enhance AR and cash application systems and tools
• Recruit, train, and develop team members while fostering a strong, accountable culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in a leadership capacity
• Strong background in Accounts Receivable and Cash Application processes
• Experience with systems such as Billtrust, HighRadius, Aderant, or similar platforms
• Proven leadership experience managing teams, developing talent, and driving accountability
• Experience overseeing supervisors and leading multi-level teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma preferred)