Accounts Receivable Manager

Looking for a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and gives you the tools to thrive? With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we've built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Accounts Receivable Manager located in Fond du Lac, WI.How You Will Contribute As an Accounting Manager, you will lead the Accounts Receivable team within Ahern's Accounting Department and be accountable for the team's performance, development, and results. You will set direction and priorities, develop team members, and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth. You will provide strategic leadership of accounts receivable operations, including collections performance, cash application, aging management, bad debt exposure, write-offs, and third-party collection activity. You will develop and monitor performance metrics, identify trends and risks, and provide insights that improve cash flow, reduce risk, and support business decisions. You will also oversee project lien rights and related deadlines to help protect Ahern's financial interests. The Accounts Receivable Manager will work closely with business leaders and cross-functional teams to remove collection barriers, resolve complex customer account issues, and communicate significant risks while leading The A/R team's involvement in cross-functional initiatives, process improvements, and system implementations, helping define requirements, manage change, improve connected processes, and drive successful outcomes. As a member of the broader accounting team, you will contribute to month-end and year-end close activities, the annual financial statement audit, and accurate and timely financial reporting. You will also lead the continued development of AR systems, reporting, policies, and internal controls to improve efficiency, strengthen compliance, and support Ahern's growth. What You Need to Qualify You will need a bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of five years of progressive accounting or finance experience is required, including experience leading and developing accounting teams. A strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and experience working with ERP systems are required. Candidates should be comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate the ability to leverage technology, data, and process improvements to drive efficiency and business results. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and strategic leader who enjoys developing people, solving complex problems, and improving processes. Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills will be important as you lead the AR team, contribute across the Accounting Department, and partner with other areas of the business.