ACCOUNTS RECEIVABE LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES - AR Ensure timeliness and accurate recording of billing and collections Remain informed of any legislative procedural training regarding debt collection. Training and mentoring of staff members in the A/R department. Support Invoicing process as needed Monitor training hrs and major changes Ensure invoicing accuracy and on time delivery of invoices Identify and analyze discrepancies between invoice hrs and worked hrs Validate accuracy (and prepare if needed) A/R month end accruals In charge of the monthly Receivable Accounts reconciliation Identify and establish processes improvements among the area Cover the AR Specialist responsibilities if needed Assists with other tasks or analysis as needed MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - GL · Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments · Interact with vendors and various departments as needed · Review documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements · Monitor AP aging and promptly manage open items before became an issue · Monitor aged accounts payable and ensure invoices are being settled timely · Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues · Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions · Month end close procedures · Prepare Payroll Journal Entries · Perform Journal Entries, Accruals · Account Analysis · Ensures financial records are accurate throughout the year. · Monthly Bank Statements Reconciliations · Monthly A/P Accounts Reconciliation · Assists with other accounting and finance tasks as needed KEY COMPETENCIES · Great attention to detail · Strong sense of urgency · Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines · Excellent problem solving and analytical skills · Self-starter with ability to take initiative and produce strategic solutions · Must be extremely organized and motivated, and possess strong verbal, written, and computer skills, including a high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. · Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. · Highly skilled and proficient at verifying financial or transactional data · Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. · Strong supervisory and leadership skills. · Self-starter with a proven track record of multi-tasking abilities · Thorough understanding of policies and procedures used in accounts receivable and billing · Self-starter with ability to take initiative and produce strategic solutions · The ability to prioritize, maintains flexibility, and completes multiple tasks in a timely manner in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB · Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. · At least 5 years of experience as accounts receivable lead or supervisor · Experience in Collections, Invoicing Process and Accounts Reconciliation · Solid experience with QuickBooks accounting software · Superior spreadsheet skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel · Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) · Hands-on experience with an accounting software · Advanced MS Excel skills including VLookups and Pivot Tables · Experience with general ledger functions · Experience in Acc Pay & GL Postings, error clearing, Accruals/Month end closing · Experience with Paychex and/or QuickBooks is required