Accounts Receivable Manager - Los Angeles, United States - The Los Angeles Film School

The Los Angeles Film School
The Los Angeles Film School
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Los Angeles, United States

1 month ago

Mark Lane

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The school is seeking to bring an Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager to join our growing team. This position will directly report to the Accounting Director and will oversee the Accounts Receivable team. This position plays a key role in assisting with student accounts and collections of outstanding AR balances.

The individual will work alongside the Accounting Director to find ways to improve the department's processes and procedures and minimize bad debts and student account write-offs.


  • Oversee the daily operations of the Accounts Receivable team, including supervision of three staff.
  • Maintains an open line of communication with other departments, including but not limited to, Financial Aid, Accounting, Registrar, Student Advising, on student related matters including student payments and charges, student status changes, etc.
  • Reviews the weekly student stipend register for accuracy and reasonableness before sending to the President for approval.
  • Manages and supports the department on escalated student cases, as necessary.
  • Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of outside collection efforts. Sends list of accounts to outside agencies on a quarterly basis and reviews monthly status reports and makes recommendations when collections efforts need to cease in compliance with the Collections policies and procedures.
  • Improves student cash collections and minimizes student account write off.
  • Manages and leads the annual student 1098T tax exercise.
  • Assists in external audits and other special projects as needed.
  • Ensures high level of efficiency and productivity by reviewing, recommending and implementing modifications to existing operating procedures. Continue to find ways to automate the processes of the department. Create and/or update the department's operating procedures on a periodic basis.
  • Reviews collection and recovery of account balances with the AR staff, including but not limited to comparing historical trends through charts and graphs with the aim to strive for better results each period.
  • Reviews accounts for write off proposal on a semiannual basis with the VP Business Office and Accounting Director.
  • Stays current on changes in regulation, accounting rules and industry news, including but not limited to, collection laws in various states.

Job Requirements:


  • BS in Business, a plus but not required.
  • At least 3 years of related experience in accounts receivable with emphasis on collection and customer service.
  • Higher education industry experience strongly preferred but not required.
  • Working knowledge and familiarity on accounting practices and procedures, collection laws and education/school compliance regulations, a plus.
  • Must be PC proficient/strong computer skills, primarily in Excel to build and maintain larger reporting spreadsheets.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Able to multitask and ability to prioritize, meet critical deadlines and work independently.
  • Proactive and a team player with a willingness and determination to collaborate with its staff.
  • Strong work ethic; adaptable to changes.
  • Reliable and must maintain a high degree of confidentiality and trust.
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