Accounts Receivable Manager - Northbrook, United States - Stepan Company

Stepan Company

Verified Company

Northbrook, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Stepan is seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to join our Corporate Finance team in Northbrook, IL. In this role, you will report to the VP & Corporate Controller.

This job is a "hands on" position that will lead and manage all aspects of the Corporate A/R Department to ensure all shipments/deliveries have been processed and invoiced timely and accurately.

This role also has oversight to ensure all cash received is applied timely and accurately to customer accounts. This position will work closely with the Credit/Collections, A/P, Treasury, Customer Service and Commercial groups within Stepan.

Key Responsibilities:
Management and supervisory oversight of the Corporate A/R Department.
Ensure all shipments/deliveries have been processed and invoiced timely and accurately.
Ensure there is proper supporting documentation prior to releasing all credit memos.
Ensure all cost supports are processed timely and accurately.
Management of all departmental monthend closing tasks, inclusive of ensuring all invoices have been released, all customer consignment billings have been completed, A/R cash account reconciliations have been completed, etc.
Review and analyze current policies and procedures with the intent to implement bestpractices and optimize the endtoend process.

Qualifications:

A minimum of seven years of A/R experience with three years of management experience.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Willing to be hands on and "roll up your sleeves".
Strong work ethic and commitment to departmental success.
Ability to prioritize, take initiative and resolve issues.
Attention to detail and continuous process improvement mindset.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required

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Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners.

Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives.

Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.