Accounts Receivable Manager

Addison Group; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Addison Group in Long Beach, CA is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to lead and optimize the AR function for a growing organization. This hands-on leadership role requires driving collections, improving processes, and building a high-performing team.

You will partner with Sales, Operations, and other internal teams to resolve billing disputes, elevate cash collection, and deliver actionable AR insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounts receivable experience.
• 2+ years in supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Experience in high-volume, multi-entity environments.
• Strong ERP experience and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounts Receivable function, ensuring timely collections and accurate cash application.
• Drive end-to-end AR process improvements, including workflow automation and faster cash application.
• Build relationships with customers to resolve barriers and accelerate collections.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and other teams to resolve disputes and collections issues.
• Identify high-risk accounts and ensure timely resolution and visibility.
• Prepare and maintain weekly cash forecasts for leadership visibility.
• Develop AR reporting and performance metrics for leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Lead, coach, and develop the AR team with clear performance expectations.
• Ensure AR staff are cross-trained and can manage department responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to lead and optimize the full accounts receivable function for a growing organization. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who can drive collections performance, improve AR processes, develop a team, and partner closely with internal departments and external clients.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the Accounts Receivable function, ensuring timely collections, accurate cash application, and efficient day-to-day operations.
• Drive end-to-end AR process improvements, including workflow automation, reducing manual reconciliations, and improving cash application speed and accuracy.
• Build strong relationships with customers and clients to understand payment processes, resolve barriers, and accelerate collections.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and other internal teams to resolve billing disputes and collection issues.
• Identify and elevate high-risk or unresolved accounts, ensuring appropriate visibility and timely resolution.
• Prepare and maintain weekly cash forecasts, providing leadership with visibility into expected cash flow and collections activity.
• Develop meaningful AR reporting and performance metrics, translating data into actionable insights for leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Lead, coach, and develop the AR team, establishing clear expectations and supporting professional growth.
• Ensure team members are cross-trained across AR functions and able to independently manage department responsibilities.
• Stay current on relevant accounts receivable practices, financial concepts, and regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Strong understanding of the full AR cycle, including collections, cash application, reconciliations, dispute resolution, and reporting.
• Experience working in high-volume, multi-entity environments.
• Strong ERP experience and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to coach and develop team members.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on cash flow, strengthen AR processes, and build a high-performing team while partnering with leadership and multiple areas of the organization.