Accounts Receivable Manager

Harder Mechanical Contractors • Portland, OR

30d

About The Position

Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Richmond, CA; and Salt Lake City, UT.

As an Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager, you will be part of the senior leadership on the accounting team interfacing cross-functionally with internal and external customers, collaborating with the CFO to improve accounting processes, ensuring data accuracy and reporting, and monitoring AR aging along with managing the AR team.

Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder's reputation every day through their actions. We offer professional development opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever. Find out more at www.harder.com.

Requirements

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Strong critical thinking, research, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel and PowerBI
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written, with proficiency in grammar and punctuation
• A positive and professional demeanor
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong and positive customer relationships
• Must be flexible with changing priorities
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Strong people management skills
• Detail oriented
• Management experience required
• Five or more years of accounting or AR experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred

Nice To Haves

• A combination of 7 years of customer service, accounting, and accounts receivable experience is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all AR activities including billings, retainage, funding entry and collections
• Directly manage an AR team of 7 by setting clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
• Monitor AR aging and proactively address risks to cash flow
• Partner with project teams to resolve billing issues and support accurate project reporting
• Partner with project teams to support project profitability
• Develop and improve reports to support operational and financial decision-making
• Collaborate with CFO and internal development team to continuously improve AR processes
• Utilize Vista and SQL (training provided as needed) to enhance data accuracy and insight
• Promote a culture of customer service and continuous improvement
• Serve as an operational backstop to other accounting functions as needed
• Support various AR related compliance activities (OCIP, Certified Payroll, Client Audit)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company
• Generous retirement package includes: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities
• Team environment that promotes individual growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees