Accounts Receivable Lead (Remote)

Accounts Receivable Lead (Remote)

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: Reporting to the Operations Controller, the Accounts Receivable Lead is responsible for leading and overseeing all accounts receivable operations for Universal Rail Systems (URS) and its subsidiaries. The Accounts Receivable Lead ensures the accurate and timely processing of customer invoicing, collections, cash application, account reconciliations, credit management, and reporting activities while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with company policies.

This role provides leadership to the Accounts Receivable team, drives process improvements, and collaborates with project teams, operations, finance, and customers to optimize cash flow, improve collection performance, and ensure the integrity of financial data.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform the day to day processing of financial transactions to ensure URS finances are maintained in an effective and accurate manner.
• Maintains and updates computerized accounts receivable records.
• Carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines.
• Reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledger to General Ledger.
• Assists the Project Accountant or Corporate Accounting with journal entries (as needed).
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop the Accounts Receivable team, fostering a high-performance and customer-focused environment.
• Establish team objectives, performance metrics, and development plans.
• Monitor workload distribution and ensure departmental deadlines and service levels are consistently achieved.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management activities for Accounts Receivable staff.
• Communicate with employees, managers, and customers to clarify information and to explain the billing process. Complete credit analysis and review for new customers.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, project managers, and internal stakeholders.
• Resolve complex billing, payment, and collection issues in a professional and timely manner.
• Provide guidance and support regarding billing processes, collection activities, and customer account concerns.
• Ensure the confidentiality and privacy of financial records as they relate to the organization and its customers.
• Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

Extensive knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes, collections, credit management, and cash application.

Strong understanding of General Ledger accounting and financial reporting.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Experience working with ERP and accounting systems; CMiC experience is highly preferred.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.

Effective organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Excellent communication and customer relationship management skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Strong business acumen and continuous improvement mindset.

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and integrity.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.

5-8+ years of progressive Accounts Receivable and accounting experience.

2-3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.

Experience within the construction industry.

Experience with CMiC or similar ERP systems is considered an asset.

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