Manager of Accounts Receivable

Manager of Accounts Receivable
Full-time employment opportunity with a dynamic and multi-faceted resource for economic development in the St. Louis region.
About Us
Since 1950, we have partnered with private and public organizations on hundreds of projects that have created thousands of jobs on both sides of the Mississippi River.
BSD operates with a focus on making a positive impact on the region and the nation, better connecting the Bi-State area to the rest of the world. We are impacting neighborhoods, large and small, in Illinois and in Missouri, with investments that are shaped by our unique perspective of the region and its potential.
Why Work Here

• Work for a company that strives to make a positive impact in the region
• Earn competitive salary
• Gym Discounts with Club Fitness and OneLife Fitness at Ballpark Village
• 24 hour access to our 9 onsite gyms
• Wellness program that provides free health screenings
• Discounted Cell Phone service
• Free MetroLink and MetroBus access
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage effective on your 1st day
• 4 weeks earned PTO
• Your Birthday is a floating holiday
• Company sponsored 401k plan with company match
• Employee assistance program
• Bi-State Development is an eligible employer the for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program

The Role
Manage the Accounts Receivable, and Collection functions. The position utilizes knowledge of accounting, auditing, internal controls, and best business practices to ensure accurate financial information. This position prepares data for the Board of Commissioners, senior management, funding partners, outside parties, and the public
Responsibilities

• Oversee the Accounts Receivables (AR) function Maintain internal controls over AR within the Oracle ERP system environment.
• Ensure changes to AR functions are reasonable and appropriately documented. Coordinate changes with affected departments through communication to minimize business interruptions.
• Assist Controller in preparing the year-end audit schedules and the year-end Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), including footnote preparation.
• Assist the Controller in managing the external audit process.
• Work on internal projects for the Controller and Chief Financial Officer. This includes projects designed to save cost, reduce waste, increase revenue, and/or enhance workflow. Projects may include documenting current process, software integration, interactions with staff, and verification of test results. Solutions may require resourceful and interaction with staff, and verification of test results. Solutions may require resourceful and innovative solutions while still maintaining a controlled environment.
• Work with the Director of Financial Systems, as necessary, to coordinate any technology issues, system implementations, and system enhancements.
• Participate in Request for Proposals (RFP) as needed and appropriate.
• Make presentations on financial information and related topics to senior staff and management.
• Assist Controller in setting accounting policies, procedures and controls for the Agency.
• Oversee and manage the collections process for BSD and report results to the Controller.
• Work with Marketing to manage the UPASS billing process to include true ups.
• Oversee St. Clair billing and reporting.
• Work directly with upper level management on Accounts Receivable issues.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Month end close journal entries and financial review.
• Manage staff if needed

Knowledge, Skill, & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of BSD financial management policies and procedures.
• Understand and apply technology to accounting applications for statistical and cost data.
• Working knowledge of internal controls.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage and supervise staff if needed.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft products, including Excel, Word, and
• Knowledge of Oracle or other ERP system, including technical and accounting workflow.
• Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and test implemented procedures.
• Able to lead collection efforts on past due accounts.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, work under pressure, adapt to various situations and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to plan, execute and oversee projects for the Controller's group.
• Ability to interact with various levels of staff and management professionally.
• Ability to display good judgment.
• High standard of accuracy.

Education
Experience
Degree: Bachelor's Degree required.
Years: 5-10 Years Preferred
Field: Accounting
Field: Oracle Preferred
Bi-State Development is committed to providing an Equal Employment Opportunity experience for all employees, applicants, vendors and customers with an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.