Job Description
Title: Accounts Payable/Receivable Manager
Department
: Finance & Accounting
Location
: Remote
Reports to
: Controller
Who We Are:
GMB Powerline Services pledges to our customers, colleagues, and community members to provide the very best in industry standards for restoring electrical services. We are a family owned and operated organization based out of West Virginia. We service the lower Southeast, upper Northeast and reach as far as the Midwest to help maintain and restore power to the communities we serve. We pull our crews together from our satellite locations to quickly and efficiently answer the call. When a call comes in for the probability of an outage we will travel near and far to aid in the restoration of downed lines.
We give back to our local communities and support our IBEW family. We pull together and work as a close-knit team bound together by our mission and values, always striving for operating excellence. We are working on expanding our fleet operations and increasing both our corporate staff and full-time crew members. GMB Power Line Services LLC operates as well as it does, because our crews and staff are willing to go the extra mile.
Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable/Receivable Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of payment processing, customer billing, and collections. This leadership position is responsible for AP/AR functions, developing streamlined processes, and maintaining compliance with industry and organizational standards. The role requires a strategic, solutions-oriented professional capable of guiding a high-performing team, producing insightful financial reports, and creating SOPs that drive operational excellence. This position is integral to maintaining financial stability, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and contributing to the company’s continued growth and success.
Accounts Receivable Management
•Manage all accounts receivable activities, including the timely generation and accurate processing of customer invoices for completed projects and services.
•Supervise the collections process, ensuring that overdue accounts are managed in accordance with company policy, and that collection targets are consistently met.
•Establish clear objectives for the accounts receivable team that align with the broader financial goals of the department and organization.
•Partner with operations to identify inefficiencies in the billing process and develop solutions.
•Monitor the processing of invoices to ensure accuracy and ensure payment timelines are adhered to.
•Maintain comprehensive records of payments received and ensure that customer account statuses are current and accurately reflected.
Accounts Payable Management
•Direct the accounts payable process, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payment of invoices, expense vouchers, and employee reimbursements.
•Maintain precise records and detailed control reports to support financial transparency and accuracy.
•Develop and refine policies to streamline the accounts payable function, ensuring efficiency and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
•Collaborate in the preparation of financial reports, including monthly financial statements and budget performance reports, ensuring they meet the standards required for internal and external stakeholders.
•Uphold compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, FASB), as well as applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
•Assist in the implementation of new accounting policies and guidelines, ensuring that all changes are effectively communicated and adopted across teams.
•Provide timely and relevant financial analysis, helping to inform decision-making processes and strategic business initiatives.
Process Improvement & Auditing
•Identify opportunities for enhancing financial processes in the areas of accounts payable and receivable while leading initiatives to streamline workflows.
•Act as primary point of contact for auditor requests, providing necessary documentation and facilitating the auditing process in accordance with regulatory requirements.
•Ensure confidentiality and integrity in handing sensitive financial data.
Education Requirements & Experience Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
•Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial management.
•Strong background in AP/AR management.
•Experience in the construction, energy, or storm restoration industry is highly preferred.
Technical Skills
•Expertise in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or ERP systems, with an emphasis on financial accuracy and reporting.
•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
•A strong understanding of financial statement preparation, account reconciliation, and forecasting.
•Familiarity with tax regulations and compliance requirements as it pertains to accounts payable and receivable functions.
•Ability to automate processes and implement solutions for improved financial workflows and reporting accuracy/
•Experience in financial report, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow analysis.
•Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and present financial information clearly to various stakeholders.
•High degree of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive data.
•Proven leadership abilities, with a track record of promoting high performance.
•Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure, especial during peak operational periods such as storm restoration.
Job Type:
Full-Time, Exempt
Benefits:
•Health Insurance Options
Physical Requirements:
•Ability to work in a normal office environment for extended hours during peak periods.
Schedule:
•Varies Heavily Due to Nature of Industry
*Pay range takes into account geographical location, education, experience and skillset.