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The Arc Erie County New York has been supporting children and adults with disabilities, and their families in achieving their desired quality of life by creating opportunities through comprehensive services for over 65 years.

NOW HIRING ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (A/R) MANAGER

Responsibilities:

+ Overseeing all aspects of The Arc Erie County NY’s Accounts Receivable (A/R) department.

+ Ensuring timely payment collection and managing credit & collection processes.

+ Leading a team & implementing policies while also analyzing performance.

+ Resolving disputes to optimize cash flow & financial health.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s Degree with concentration in business or accounting or related field plus (3) yrs related experience; at least 2 of which in a supervisory capacity OR

+ Associate’s degree in business or accounting field plus (5) yrs related experience; at least 2 of which is in a supervisory capacity

Benefits & Perks:

+ Tremendous work-life balance

+ Automatic Paid Time Off (PTO)

+ 403b w/ employer contribution match

+ Paid new hire orientation

+ 10 paid holidays OFF!

+ On-demand pay

+ Affordable health, dental, vision & life insurance

+ Room for advancement

+ Employee discounts

+ Supportive and collaborative work environment

Additional Information:

+ 40-hour work week (Monday – Friday)

+ $55,000 - $63,000 pay rate

+ Located in Williamsville, NY

Our full job description is listed below:

Job Description

Job Title:

Accounts Receivable Manager

Department:

Finance

Job Grade:

5

Job Code:

802

Position Summary:

Responsible for all aspects of accounts receivable and revenue, including but not limited to billing, collection, reporting, reconciliation, and accounting. Work with various departments to verify billing units and eligibility for consumers. Work with MIS department to maintain billing system and reporting to program staff. Oversees fiscal administration of all revenue funding streams.

Reporting Relationship:

Works under the direct supervision of the Controller. Provides supervision, training, and direction to AR/Billing staff.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Responsible for setting goals and perform employee performance appraisals for AR department staff.

+ Maintains revenue and unit reports for financial statements, board, funding sources, agency staff/meetings and external auditors.

+ Meets with departments, as needed to develop systems and procedures for new billing arrangements.

+ Prepares unit and other reclassification journal entries as needed.

+ Reconcile Accounts Receivable to the General Ledger on a monthly basis.

+ Works with the Financial Account to prepare and maintain Agency grant schedule.

+ Oversees accounting for all agency revenue streams; this includes, but is not limited to Erie County, Federal Grants, NYSARC grants, OPWDD funding, Medicaid, NYSID, SED and Adult Services Customers.

+ Ensures timely preparation, maintenance and posting of all sales invoices.

+ Prepares all reporting required by funding sources (cost reports, vouchers, etc.).

+ Assists in preparation of audit work papers, agency budget and consolidated fiscal report as needed.

+ Responsible for preparation of periodic account reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts, including but not limited A/R funding sources, deferred revenue, SED Reconciliation and fundraising accounts.

+ Insures timely collection of all account receivables and manages the allowance for doubtful accounts.

+ Responsible for design and compliance of Agency internal controls for cash collections. To ensure all cash and checks received in the department, recorded/accounted for, proper record of receipts, and for securing it at all times. Maintains adequate supply of deposit slips, cash handling supplies, receipt books, etc.

+ Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Business or Accounting PLUS three years related experience; at least two of which in a supervisory capacity or related mentorship role.

OR

Associate’s Degree in Business or Accounting PLUS five years related experience; at least two of which in a supervisory capacity or related mentorship role.

PLUS

Knowledge of financial accounting and record keeping practices and terminology; considerable knowledge of efficient business management and fiscal computer operations, ability to supervise, follow oral and written directions and accurately prepare correspondence, reports and other materials from general directions; good judgment in financial record keeping procedures; ability to maintain confidentiality of records. Must have very good analytical skills and working knowledge of accounting procedures, account analysis and reconciliation.

A valid New York State Driver’s License required.

Essential Job Functions:

+ Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A)

+ Mental Requirements:

The ability to read, write, analyze, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgment, have good math &, decision making skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Be approachable, enthusiastic, personable, work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines accordingly.

+ Human Relations Skills:

The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive manner, demonstrate the ability to be a leader and serve as an appropriate role model to staff members. Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.

+ Equipment Operation:

The ability to operate business equipment; telephones, fax machines, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming, copiers, calculators, etc.

Agency Principles:

+ All staff members will assure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural supports, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome.

+ Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community.

+ Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position.

This position is EXEMPT from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standard Act.

The Arc Erie County New York retains the right to change this job description at any time.

The Arc Erie County New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Job Details

Job Family Arc Erie

Pay Type Salary

Education Level Associate Degree

Hiring Min Rate 55,000 USD

Hiring Max Rate 63,000 USD