Role Description
Weโre looking for an Accounts Receivable Manager with exceptional organization, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to think creatively and solve problems proactively. The ideal candidate communicates clearly, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings familiarity with digital media along with an understanding of revenue recognition, COGS, assets, and liabilities within an agency setting.
Youโll oversee the day-to-day operations of the AR team and help keep our financial engine running smoothly. This role reports directly to the Accounting Manager and plays a key part in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and seamless collaboration across the department.
You Will Be:
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Reviewing and approving AR invoices, credit memos, and payments across a broad range of clients and engagement types, including retainers, project-based work, percent-of-media-spend fees, and passthrough prebills and postbills.
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Reconciling client passthrough spend across multiple channels.
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Coordinating and managing day-to-day AR month-end close activities, including creating, reviewing, and approving journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Ensuring proper internal controls are in place and followed to maintain accuracy in financial reporting.
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Providing AR management and oversight, including the creation of new clients and preparation of aging reports.
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Partnering closely with Accounts Payable to reconcile payment batches and ensure vendor spend is properly billed and paid.
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Leading and mentoring a team of three direct reports, fostering professional development and promoting a collaborative, positive culture.
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Supporting AR collections with a focus on accelerating cash collection and managing bad debt.
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Operating as a trusted business partner and delivering exceptional service across the organization.
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Maintaining a strong understanding of new and emerging accounting standards and assessing their impact on the organization.
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Leading or participating in ad hoc projects, including process improvements (billing and Google Sheet enhancements), NetSuite AR control accuracy, client and management requests, audit support, and more.
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Developing and improving departmental policies and procedures to drive efficiency, including leveraging AI tools, ChatGPT, and other software solutions.
Qualifications
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At least six (6) years of General Ledger accounting experience.
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At least three (3) years of managerial or people-leadership experience.
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Intermediate to advanced proficiency in NetSuite.
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Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills.
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Solid knowledge of GAAP and current accounting trends.
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Excellent time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Strong operational background with emphasis on process improvement and documentation.
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Positive, can-do attitude with strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
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Bachelorโs degree (B.A./B.S.) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Nice To Have
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Previous experience in an agency, digital media, and/or other high-growth environments.
Benefits
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Remote-first culture.
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Unlimited PTO.
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Extended Holiday break (Winter).
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Flexible schedules.
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100% paid parental leave.
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401(k) matching.
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance.
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Sponsored life insurance.
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Short Term Disability insurance and additional voluntary insurance.
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Annual Class Pass credits and more!