Accounts Receivable Manager - Join Robert Half in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Are you a seasoned Accounts Receivable professional ready to take on a leadership role? Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to find an exceptional Accounts Receivable Manager for a rewarding contract position. This hybrid role offers primarily remote flexibility, allowing you to manage critical collections functions, resolve complex customer billing issues, and drive strategic cash management from the comfort of your home base while connecting with teams in Baton Rouge. If you thrive in fast-paced financial environments, excel at team guidance, and have a knack for turning overdue accounts into healthy cash flow, this Accounts Receivable Manager job is your next career step.

Robert Half specializes in placing top finance talent like you in roles that matter. With Baton Rouge's growing business landscape, this position provides hands-on experience in B2B collections, financial reporting, and process optimization—skills that are highly sought after in Louisiana's competitive job market. Apply now to elevate your career with Robert Half's unmatched expertise in finance and accounting placements.

About the Role

In this pivotal Accounts Receivable Manager position, you'll oversee end-to-end accounts receivable operations for a forward-thinking company in Baton Rouge, LA. The role emphasizes strategic oversight of collections teams, ensuring targets are met while fostering efficiency and accuracy. You'll dive into cash management, bad debt analysis, and month-end reporting, all while handling high-stakes customer escalations. This contract opportunity is perfect for professionals who enjoy hybrid work models—primarily remote with occasional on-site needs in Baton Rouge—offering work-life balance without sacrificing impact. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft Excel and financial metrics to make a tangible difference in the organization's fiscal health.

Key Responsibilities

As the Accounts Receivable Manager, your days will be filled with high-impact tasks designed to optimize receivables and support business growth:

• Lead and mentor a team of collectors, setting goals to hit accounts receivable targets and boost efficiency across operations.
• Closely monitor cash management processes and bad debt reserves, delivering precise financial insights for leadership.
• Develop and prepare detailed accounts receivable reports, upholding strict compliance with company and industry standards.
• Take charge of escalated billing disputes by engaging directly with customers, resolving issues swiftly and professionally.
• Execute B2B collections strategies, nurturing long-term client relationships that drive repeat business.
• Support critical month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate accounts receivable contributions.
• Perform in-depth analysis of aging reports to pinpoint overdue accounts and implement recovery plans.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to refine processes, enhancing key metrics like days sales outstanding (DSO).
• Harness Microsoft Excel for sophisticated reporting, reconciliations, and data-driven decision-making.
• Design and roll out innovative strategies to accelerate collections and minimize outstanding balances, directly impacting the bottom line.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this Accounts Receivable Manager role at Robert Half, you'll bring:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in accounts receivable, collections, or related finance roles, ideally in a supervisory capacity.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data visualization for analysis.
• Demonstrated success in team leadership, guiding collectors to exceed performance targets.
• Proven track record in handling escalated customer issues with empathy and resolution-focused communication.
• Strong understanding of cash application, bad debt provisioning, and aging report methodologies.
• Familiarity with financial compliance standards and month-end close procedures.
• Analytical mindset with experience streamlining AR processes to improve efficiency and reduce DSO.
• Excellent B2B relationship-building skills for sustained client partnerships.
• Adaptability to a hybrid work environment, primarily remote from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

This role demands a proactive problem-solver who can balance strategic oversight with tactical execution in a collaborative setting.

Why Join Us?

Partnering with Robert Half means more than just a job—it's a gateway to premier opportunities in Baton Rouge's thriving economy. Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule that prioritizes remote work, competitive contract rates (around $29/hour, equating to $55K-$75K annually), and the prestige of working with top-tier clients. Robert Half offers unparalleled support, from resume optimization to interview coaching, plus access to exclusive finance job networks. Baton Rouge's vibrant culture, from LSU games to Mississippi River views, complements your professional growth. Join a team committed to excellence, where your skills in accounts receivable management will shine. Accounts Receivable Manager jobs like this fill quickly—apply today through Robert Half and secure your future in Louisiana finance careers!

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