Billing/Accounts Receivable Supervisor

Exponent•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Exponent is currently seeking a Billing/Accounts Receivable Supervisor for the Finance/Accounting Group in our Phoenix, AZ office. In this role, you will oversee the billing and account receivable teams, direct the processing of client invoices, manage collections, ensure timely and accurate payment application, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies while adhering to the firm’s financial controls. This individual will be the primary point of contact within the Finance/Accounting group for the billing and accounts receivable functions interacting with multi-industry domestic and international clients and employees across a variety of engineering disciplines and corporate departments. Additional assignments will include account analysis, acting as a point of contact to aid with our external audits, and other financial tasks that will allow the team to meet its overall objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or significant proven financial work experience in a professional office setting
Strong understanding of accounts receivable and billing processes and the corresponding financial controls
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues promptly
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Ensure data accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to adhere to and prioritize deadlines while multi-tasking on a variety of initiatives
Ability to work independently and liaise amongst various consulting and corporate groups within the firm
Must be able to accommodate a hybrid work-in-office schedule; currently at a minimum of four days a week in the office

Responsibilities

Overseeing the daily operations of the billing and accounts receivable teams, including supervising staff, managing workflows, and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of client invoicing, cash application and the accounts receivable collections processes
Leading and mentoring the billing and accounts receivable teams, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality work and professional development
Ensuring that financial deadlines are met and that a high-level of customer service is provided to all external and internal stakeholders
Collaborating with management and project teams to resolve billing inquiries and disputes in a timely manner
Monitoring accounts receivable aging reports to identify delinquent accounts and implementing appropriate collection strategies to minimize bad debt and improve cash flow
Developing and maintaining policies and procedures for the accounts receivable and billing functions, ensuring adherence to company policies and client guidelines