Accounts Receivable & Collections Manager

Mariani Landscape • Lake Bluff, IL

8d • $120,000 - $145,000

About The Position

Mariani Premier Group is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Collections Manager to oversee the full accounts receivable cycle—from invoicing through cash application and collections—ensuring timely revenue realization and minimizing aged debt. This role leads the AR team, partners closely with both Production & Finance/Accounting, and delivers key reporting to finance leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of accounts receivable experience, including 2+ years in a management or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and AR best practices; demonstrated success reducing DSO and improving collection outcomes
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work cross-functionally

Nice To Haves

• Experience in professional services, or manufacturing environments preferred
• Familiarity with revenue recognition standards and collections software a plus

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end AR processes including invoicing, cash application, and reconciliation; ensure invoices are issued accurately and on schedule in accordance with contract terms
• Maintain the AR subledger and ensure timely posting and month-end close activities; oversee credit card, ACH, wire, and check payment processing
• Develop and execute collection strategies to minimize DSO and reduce aged receivables; manage customer disputes and coordinate resolution with Sales, Legal, and Operations
• Evaluate customer creditworthiness and recommend credit limits and terms; escalate delinquent accounts and manage relationships with third-party collection agencies
• Produce weekly and monthly AR aging reports with commentary for finance leadership; track and report key metrics including DSO, collection rate, bad debt expense, and cash forecasts
• Partner with Finance & Accounting on cash flow projections and working capital analysis
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AR specialists and billing coordinators; identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Maintain and enforce AR policies, procedures, and internal controls; support audits by providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• PerkSpot
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager