Accounts Payable/Receivable Manager jobs in Hoboken, NJ

Description

                                                        Manager, Accounts Receivable & Credit (Hybrid) 

About Us:

Join Hartz, where our love for pets drives everything we do. With over 95 years of commitment to pet care excellence, we are a trusted household name across the United States.  Innovation is at the heart of our mission as we continuously strive to provide products that nurture the special bond between pets and their owners, ensuring they experience nothing but Unconditional Love.

As leaders in the pet care industry, we are dedicated to pioneering advancements that enhance the well-being of pets, leading to happier, healthier, and longer lives.  Our success is fueled by the passion and dedication of our diverse team members, who bring their unique perspectives and talents to every aspect of our work.

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and supportive work environment where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are valued and empowered to thrive.  At Hartz, your contributions matter, whether collaborating in the office or embracing the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement.  Together, we empower our employees and furry companions to make a meaningful impact within our company and beyond.  Join us in shaping the future of pet care and experience the joy of making a difference, one pet at a time. 

What We Offer …

· Hybrid work schedule (in-office and remote)

· Competitive compensation and 401(k) match with immediate vesting

· Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life & Disability Insurance

· Generous PTO, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and other perks

· A casual and pet-friendly work environment. You can bring your pet to work!

· Opportunity to learn and develop

The Role …

As the Accounts Receivable Manager, you will manage people, process and systems. You will be responsible for the overall invoicing, collection and cash application activities and timely management of all AR aging components. 

Your Responsibilities …

• Manage, review and execute Accounts Receivables month-end responsibilities which includes account reconciliations, reporting and invoicing.
• Monitor AR aging which includes a monthly review with upper management.
•  Manage the cash application process for U.S. and Canada.
• Monitor trade, broker and other sales allowances which includes communication with upper management and sales personnel regarding variances resulting from their approved vs paid allowances, reasonableness of approved allowance rates and the understanding of a customer’s “paid” spending. 
• Monthly analysis and reconciliation of sales allowance and related accounts.
• Prepare and review documentation for external audit requests.
• Establish creditworthiness of new and existing customers; this includes the ability to read/evaluate financial statements as well as the preparation of credit analyses. Monitor credit limits and manage the release of customer orders above their approved credit limits.
• Manage “day to day” operations of the Accounts Receivable department.
• Assist sales personnel with questions and/or issues that arise. (i.e. military, funding, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

You’ll have …

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• 5 years of operational experience in accounts receivable, credit and collections, and trade spend, including 3 years of management experience in Accounts Receivable
• Experienced utilizing accounting data within an ERP system, extracting and formatting ERP data exports and managing organized paperless records. Oracle experience is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong Excel knowledge
• Strong communications skills (written and oral

If this sounds like a good match and you want to learn more about this exciting role, get in touch with us today!

Hartz is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.