Accounts Receivable Supervisor

Brilliant®; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged to find an Accounts Receivable Supervisor for a client in Chicago, IL. The role reports to the Controller and leads a two-person AR team, handling day-to-day AR and collections, maintaining records, resolving past-due accounts, and supporting cash forecasting.

The AR Supervisor will oversee approx 200 customer accounts, coordinate daily processing of orders, invoices, payments and bank remittances, and drive process improvements in collaboration with

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Receivable and accounting.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills with VLOOKUP experience preferred.
• Ability to manage a high-volume customer portfolio and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team of two Accounts Receivable professionals.
• Oversee day-to-day AR and collections functions.
• Manage collection activities for approximately 200 customer accounts.
• Monitor and follow up on past-due accounts and resolve payment issues.
• Negotiate payment arrangements and escalate accounts when necessary.
• Maintain accurate AR records, reports, and controls.
• Coordinate daily processing of orders, invoices, payments, and bank remittances.
• Ensure AR processes reflect company policies and procedures.
• Assist with cash forecasting and financial planning.
• Communicate work procedures and expectations to AR team.
• Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and efficiency.
• Collaborate with accounting and operations to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Leadership

Collections

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

VLOOKUP

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Supervisor

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Role Overview:

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Receivable Supervisor with our client located in Chicago, IL. This is a direct hire opportunity that has opened due to growth and the upcoming departure of the current AR Supervisor.

The Accounts Receivable Supervisor will report to the Controller and oversee a team of two AR professionals. This position will be responsible for the day-to-day AR and collections functions, maintaining accurate records, resolving past-due accounts, and supporting cash forecasting and process improvements.

Accounts Receivable Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support a team of two Accounts Receivable professionals
• Oversee the day-to-day Accounts Receivable and collections functions
• Manage collection activities for approximately 200 customer accounts
• Monitor and follow up on past-due accounts and resolve payment issues
• Negotiate payment arrangements and escalate accounts to collection agencies when necessary
• Maintain accurate AR records, reports, and controls
• Monitor and coordinate daily processing of orders, invoices, payments, and bank remittances
• Ensure operational criteria and company policies are reflected in AR processes
• Assist with cash forecasting and financial planning
• Communicate work procedures and expectations to AR team members
• Identify opportunities to improve AR processes, procedures, and efficiency
• Collaborate with accounting and operational teams to resolve discrepancies

Qualifications:

• Strong Accounts Receivable and accounting experience
• Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred, but not required
• Strong Excel skills required; VLOOKUP experience preferred
• Experience with collections and managing a high-volume customer portfolio
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growing environment
• Adaptable mindset with a willingness to improve and develop processes
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

If you or someone you know is qualified and interested, please apply ASAP.

Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.