Cash Applications Lead - Robert Half

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a fast-paced company while embracing a hybrid work model.

• Leadership and Team Oversight: Manage a team of cash application specialists, ensuring accurate and timely application of payments to customer accounts. Monitor team performance and provide coaching where needed.
• SAP Operations: Utilize SAP in cash application functions, including uploading, reconciling, and resolving payment discrepancies. Maintain system accuracy and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in cash application workflows and implement best practices to enhance accuracy and productivity. Recommend and drive automation opportunities within SAP to streamline processes.
• Dispute Resolution: Assist in investigating and resolving payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, and customer queries, collaborating with AR (Accounts Receivable), collections teams, or other stakeholders as necessary.
• Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular reporting on cash application metrics, trends, and process improvements. Support the month-end close process by reconciling payment receipts and outstanding balances.
• Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with cross-functional departments, such as Accounts Receivable, Accounting, and Customer Service, to support operational goals and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Compliance and Controls: Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting principles, and company policies related to cash application activities

If you are interested please click the APPLY NOW button to submit your resume and reach out to Emily Haan directly at 952-882-9399 for immediate consideration.

• SAP Expertise: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cash application functions within SAP systems is required.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in cash application/AR roles, with leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced skills preferred) and familiar with other ERP or CRM systems.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Process Improvement Focus: Experience in identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency.

• Experience in working within large, multinational corporations.
• Familiarity with payment processing tools or treasury systems.
• Knowledge of other ERP platforms aside from SAP.