Accounts Receivable Lead

Full-time

Description

Vortex is the leader in Doors/Security Products, Storefront Glass/Glazing, Access Controls and Material Handling Equipment for Commercial, Industrial and Retail Facilities. These products and services are in high demand for all private and public business sectors from Fortune 500 companies to small and emerging businesses. Our diverse list of products and services allows variety and different challenges every day at Customer's sites while providing solutions to keep them safe and efficient.

Due to our continued expansion and growth, we now have an opportunity for a skilled Accounts Receivable Lead to be responsible for performing accounts receivable duties to make sure payments are being processed in a timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounts receivable team, ensuring accurate and timely cash application. This role supervises AR staff, establishes and enforces cash application policies, and works cross-functionally with sales, operations, and customer service to optimize cash flow and reduce aged receivables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the AR team including training, performance management, and workflow coordination
• Oversee accurate and timely processing of credit memos
• Ensure payments are properly applied and accounts are reconciled
• Support collections team in ensuring timely payment from customers
• Analyze customer accounts for discrepancies and initiate corrective actions, follow up on unapplied cash.
• Develop and maintain cash application / dept KPIs
• Assist in month-end closing activities including account reconciliations
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline billing and collection processes
• Maintain accurate documentation and audit trails for AR transactions
• Support external audits and internal controls as required
• Must be able to Lift up to 15 lbs.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Associates / bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in accounts receivable, with 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR best practices
• Proficiency in accounting systems (particularly MS Dynamics or Salesforce Financials)
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical thinking
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with customers and internal teams
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in service or construction-related industries a plus

Work Environment:

• Full-time, Monday through Friday – in office in Irvine, CA.
• This is not a remote position
• May occasionally require extended hours during month-end or project deadlines

Salary Description

$26.00 - $38.00