Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Supervisor/Manager to lead core receivables operations for a growing organization in Long Island City, New York. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who combines strong leadership ability with deep knowledge of billing, cash application, collections, and account reconciliation. The position will play a key part in strengthening reporting accuracy, improving workflow efficiency, and supporting sound financial practices across the business.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely invoicing, accurate cash posting, and consistent follow-up on outstanding balances.

• Guide and develop a receivables team, with responsibility for supervising and supporting a group expected to grow to eight or nine staff members.

• Monitor aging schedules and account status to reduce overdue balances and improve collection results for commercial customers.

• Review billing transactions and account activity to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and maintain reliable financial records.

• Prepare and analyze receivables reports using Excel, including pivot tables and other data analysis tools, to support decision-making and performance tracking.

• Partner with accounting and operational teams to address payment issues, streamline receivables processes, and maintain strong internal coordination.

• Apply industry knowledge to manage accounts receivable work in a construction-related environment, including customer billing and collection practices common to the sector.

• Support ongoing improvements to accounting workflows and system-related processes as business needs evolve. Requirements • At least 5 years of relevant experience in accounts receivable or a closely related accounting function.

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, with the ability to manage, coach, and organize a receivables team.

• Strong background in commercial collections, cash applications, billing operations, and aging report review.

• Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel functions, including pivot tables, reporting, and data analysis.

• Experience working in the construction industry or with construction accounting practices is strongly preferred.

• Solid attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate financial data in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills for working with internal departments and external customers.

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