Account Receivable Manager

The Scruggs Company is seeking a highly effective Accounts Receivable Manager . We build meaningful careers by creating reliable roads and materials that foster stronger connections among Georgia's communities. Scruggs has 14 asphalt plants, four sand mines, five company offices, nearly 800 employees, and is a proud operating company within Construction Partners, Inc. We offer attractive benefit options to include health/dental/life insurance, and our employee stock purchase program. If you are interested in joining an established and growing company with opportunities for career advancement, we encourage you to apply and grow with us! This position will be located at our corporate office in Hahira, GA.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounts Receivable Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily functions of the AR department, including processing tickets and billing customers daily, maintaining orders and pricing templates, processing intercompany material usages and transfers, and reconciling cash and credit card payments received to cash sales invoices. In addition to these daily functions the AR Manager is responsible for reviewing customer accounts, contacting delinquent customers, and assisting management and leadership in maintaining appropriate aged AR balances. The AR Manager will be responsible for adhering to SOX and internal compliance controls as well as providing adequate documentation to both internal and external auditors testing these controls. The successful candidate is expected to communicate effectively with area and division managers, as well as various plant personnel, corporate office, and external parties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In charge of collecting payments from clients in a timely manner. Manage the accounts receivable department of the company. Set regular weekly and monthly deadlines to process the payment and accounts. Prepare reports on regular intervals (monthly, quarterly and annual) making forecasts on payment flow. Oversee the processing and organizing of bills, records and invoices ensuring quality maintenance at every step. Ensure that all practices comply with the applicable legal requirements. Negotiate and settle non-payment disputes with clients efficiently. Stay connected with the industry's best practices and keep updating. Ensuring the AR team is working at the best capacity. Keeps track of all payment transactions by the company's clients.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field and/or at least five (5) years' experience in accounting or related field, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity preferred. A combination of some education and related AR experience may also be acceptable. Experience in a corporate accounting/procurement environment preferred. In depth knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Understanding of basic accounting, including preparation of journal entries, expense accruals, prepaid expenses, and completion of general ledger account reconciliations. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Intermediate Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook skills are required. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required. Strong customer service, organization, creative problem solving and interpersonal skills. Ability to engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment. Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet deadlines. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Multi-lingual helpful but not required. Why you should work for

The Scruggs Company:

At The Scruggs Company, we know our employees lead to our success, and we provide opportunities that allow them to grow and build meaningful careers. We build an environment where every voice is heard and work as one to build strong relationships that go beyond roads. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a wide variety of benefits to support our employees' well-being, including: Medical, Dental, Life, and Vision coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match Paid vacation and holidays Employee Stock Purchase Plan (Purchase CPI stock at a discount) Employee Assistance Program Positive Work Culture Come grow with us! The Scruggs Company complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources department .