Accounts Receivable Reporting Analyst

Role Overview

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Operations Analyst is essential for overseeing and improving the accounts receivable processes. This individual will manage AR team reporting, evaluate key receivables metrics, and drive continuous enhancements within the AR function. By leveraging data insights, the analyst will detect patterns, resolve issues, and pinpoint opportunities, collaborating closely with AR leadership and cross-department teams to guarantee data accuracy, consistent reporting, and streamlined AR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and update comprehensive AR reports including aging schedules, past due balances, unapplied cash, Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and cash flow trends.
• Ensure consistency and precision of AR data across all reporting tools and platforms.
• Understand and utilize ERP AR workflows such as billing and cash application to aid analysis and reporting.
• Analyze and clarify discrepancies and variances found within AR data.
• Identify operational gaps and lead or assist with AR process improvements.
• Work collaboratively with teams in AR, billing, business development, and IT to enhance data integrity and operational effectiveness.
• Engage in cross-functional projects influencing AR and cash management.
• Assist during month-end closing activities, audits, and respond to leadership reporting needs.
• Develop and maintain clear documentation and standards related to AR reporting and processes.
• Act as a primary point of contact for AR data inquiries and report clarifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.
• At least three years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, finance, or a related order-to-cash process role.
• Minimum of three years working experience with large ERP systems.
• Proficient in Excel with intermediate to advanced skills including VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and pivot tables.
• Highly detail-focused with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, capable of working autonomously.
• Strong ability to explain analytical insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Effective collaborator with the ability to influence and maintain positive stakeholder relationships across diverse teams.
• Solid understanding of the end-to-end order-to-cash cycle.
• Basic knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audit standards relevant to publicly traded companies.