Northedge Steel

Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable Manager at Northedge Steel is responsible for overseeing all accounts receivable functions to ensure accurate invoicing, timely collections, and strong cash flow. This role works closely with sales, finance partners, dealers, and leadership to manage customer accounts, resolve payment issues, and maintain compliance with financial and sales tax regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing both internal and external relationships in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (A/R) Management

• Oversee customer invoicing and payment activity, including payments from financing and Rent-to-Own (RTO) companies supporting Northedge Steel’s dealer network.
• Monitor outstanding balances and proactively resolve payment issues to minimize aging.
• Manage dealer overcollections through monthly statements, reconciliations, and follow-up calls with dealers and partners.

Collections & Aging Reports

• Prepare and distribute weekly accounts receivable aging reports to leadership.
• Conduct collection calls and follow up with dealers, customers, and finance partners on past-due accounts.
• Research account discrepancies, resolve billing issues, and document findings.
• Maintain accurate supporting schedules and reports related to collections and aging.

Finance Partner Management

• Manage relationships with Northedge Steel’s financing partners and programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for financing-related communications, questions, and issue resolution.
• Ensure financed transactions are accurately recorded and applied.

Sales Tax Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain sales tax reports and exemption certificates for dealers and customers.
• Process monthly sales tax filings and ensure timely, accurate submissions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and local sales tax regulations across Northedge Steel’s operating regions.

Vendor & Legal Coordination

• Coordinate with third-party collections agencies, including Dash Billing, to address delinquent accounts.
• Partner with internal leadership and legal teams as needed to resolve escalated accounts or disputes.

Payment Processing Support

• Process internal payment requests from customers and the sales team as needed.
• Ensure payments are applied accurately and timely within Northedge Steel’s accounting systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, or accounting, preferably within manufacturing, or a dealer-based environment.
• Experience working with financing companies, RTO programs, or dealer networks preferred.
• Strong understanding of aging reports, collections strategies, and cash application.
• Knowledge of sales tax reporting and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Excel (or similar reporting tools).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage sensitive financial conversations professionally.

Key Skills & Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with sales, operations, and leadership
• Professional, solutions-oriented approach to collections
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment