At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 20 rankings in ENR. With over 50 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!
The Director of Accounts Receivable oversees the set-up, billing, collection and cash application function for the organization. By producing timely and accurate billings, and reviewing revenue and cost by project, the Director ensures the financial statements will be in adherence with GAAP guidelines for reporting revenue and cost of sales. He or she is responsible for providing financial, clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of accounts under his or her control. This position reports to the Sr. Director of Accounts Receivable.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Review all requests from operations/business development to set-up new project numbers. If Director does not receive a contract (verbal approval, e-mail, notices to proceed, etc.) Director follows-up diligently to obtain substantive documentation as to the contractual terms with the client. If none available, Director receives senior management approval to proceed.Ensure that all available information regarding a project is completed in Deltek including uploading files containing proposals and contracts, and ensuring job location and contact information for the job and client is complete and up to date.Through direct reports, on a weekly basis, make sure all team members have submitted accurate and complete timesheets in Deltek. Make any changes required to previously posted timesheets based on errors discovered.Oversee the preparation of all client billings and issuance of credit memos prepared by direct reports.Oversee reconciling and resolving invoicing discrepancies and all associated revisions to previously issued invoices.Support operations by preparing account history reports and generating ad-hoc as requested reports and analyses.Apply cash receipts to client accounts.Prepare monthly schedules for reconciling job costing labor and revenue.Prepare daily deposit summary reports and tracks and forecasts cash receipts by client.Prepare audit schedules for AR and job costing.Perform the function of Deltek administrator which includes: setting up/deactivating users, updating security, inputting team member billing parameters, and setting up new profit centers. Communicate all such updates and changes to all applicable departments. This is in addition to maintenance of Deltek AR and billing modules required in primary job.Establish departmental policies and constantly strives to improve processes and procedures that affect billing and accounts receivable.Perform other duties that are reasonably associated with the above essential functions and additional duties assigned by supervisor.Knowledge & Skills Required:
Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work efficiently.Ability to work independently, self-starter, energetic.Ability to demonstrate good common sense and sound judgment.Ability to supervise and motivate direct reports.Ability to effectively delegate.Flexibility to adapt to all situations and work varied hours; possibly work weekends or evenings.Possess strong leadership skills, including ability to exhibit confidence in self and others, inspiring and motivating others, commanding respect and trust and accepting feedback from subordinates.Ability to include staff in planning and decision-making.Ability to take responsibility for subordinate’s activities.Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced, ever-changing work environment.Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction.Apply knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the relevant industry.Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.Work under executive supervision.Possess strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.Utilize effective written and oral communications and team skills. Perform work tasks by receiving direction and then working independently with an interest in quickly learning and applying new skills and abilities. Demonstrate consistent ability to be dependable, diligent, and thorough. Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in completing tasks accurately in a compressed timeframe.Preferred Education and Experience:
Computer Skills:
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook. Current experience with a fully integrated financial system such as MAS200, Great Plains or Deltek.Education & Experience:
Education: Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or commensurate years of experience is preferred.Experience: Five years of AR and billing experience, and two years experience in a supervisory role are required.Experience in the service or construction industry is preferred.#LI-CF1
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