Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Manager

Overview

A leading underground coal mining operation is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Manager to join their Accounting team. This role reports directly to the Controller and is responsible for overseeing all accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, customer invoicing, cash applications, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, collections, and cash applications.
• Oversee the full vendor payment cycle, including invoice review, approval workflow, payment processing, and vendor account reconciliation.
• Manage customer invoicing, ensuring invoices are generated accurately and in accordance with contractual agreements and shipping documentation.
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer master files within the ERP/accounting system.
• Reconcile vendor statements, customer accounts, bank transactions, and general ledger accounts.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and partner with customers to resolve billing discrepancies while supporting timely collections.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, Mine Management, Logistics, and Executive Leadership to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Prepare month-end and year-end AP/AR reconciliations and support financial close activities.
• Develop, document, and improve accounting processes to increase efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and support company growth.
• Analyze AP and AR aging reports and provide recommendations to improve cash flow and working capital.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting documentation and responding to audit requests.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Prepare reports and analyses for management regarding cash flow, vendor performance, outstanding receivables, and financial trends.
• Perform other accounting and finance projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience with significant Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable responsibility.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or similar.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced operational environment.
• High level of integrity and ability to manage confidential financial information.
• Experience in mining, manufacturing, heavy industry, construction, transportation, or other industrial environments is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proactive approach to identifying process improvements.
• Excellent customer service skills when working with vendors, customers, and internal departments.
• Ability to anticipate challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Sound judgment and accountability in financial decision-making.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation details are not specified.

Location

This position is based within an industrial environment associated with underground coal mining operations. Specific location details are not provided.