Accounts Receivable Lead
General Purpose
The Accounts Receivable (AR) Lead at Verdantas is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end billing and collections process across a multi-region, project-based consulting environment. This role provides confirmation of invoicing while driving timely cash collection and maintaining strong collaboration with Project Managers (PMs) and operational leaders.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor AR aging and proactively lead collection efforts across regions
- Partner with PMs to resolve billing disputes and remove barriers to payment
- Escalate high-risk or delinquent accounts appropriately
- Act as a strategic partner to PMs, Area Leaders, and Finance
- Partner with Project Accountants and Projects Controls Specialists to ensure accurate invoicing, issue resolution management, and maintain mutual payment terms with clients
Reporting & Analysis
- Track key AR metrics including DSO, aging trends, and unbilled WIP
- Provide executive-ready summaries highlighting risks and opportunities
- Support VP, Finance staff for AR related reporting requirements
Process Improvement & Compliance
- Drive standardization of AR processes across Verdantas utilizing automation and systems enhancements
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
- Identify and implement process improvements within systems and workflows
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of progressive AR and billing experience
- Experience within AEC, consulting, or project-based environment required
- Hands-on experience with Deltek Vantagepoint (or similar ERP) strongly preferred
- Experience working in multi-office or multi-region organizations preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of project-based accounting and AEC billing practices
- Advanced Excel and reporting skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and partnership skills with Accounting, PMs and leadership
- Problem-solving mindset with ability to navigate billing disputes
- Able to manage competing priorities across multiple areas
- Outcomes & Measures of Success
- Reduction in Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
- Improved aging profile (reduction in 60/90+ day receivables)
- Reduction in unbilled WIP and improved cash conversion
- Decreased write-offs and billing adjustments
- Positive feedback from PMs and operational leaders
- Increased process efficiency through system utilization and standardization
Benefits
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
About the Role
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of project-based accounting and AEC billing practices
- Advanced Excel and reporting skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and partnership skills with Accounting, PMs and leadership
- Problem-solving mindset with ability to navigate billing disputes
- Able to manage competing priorities across multiple areas
Skills
- Strong understanding of project-based accounting and AEC billing practices
- Advanced Excel and reporting skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and partnership skills with Accounting, PMs and leadership
- Problem-solving mindset with ability to navigate billing disputes
- Able to manage competing priorities across multiple areas
Benefits
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
Pay
$65,500 – $84,400
Schedule
N/A