Airgas · 2 days ago
Accounts Receivable Supervisor
Independence, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $65K/yr
2+ years expAirgas is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, and they are seeking an Accounts Receivable Supervisor. The role involves supervising a team of Collection Specialists to ensure effective customer service and collection of accounts receivable, while promoting process improvements and maintaining healthy accounts receivable positions.
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Responsibilities
Oversees and monitors the collection efforts of team to ensure adherence to North Division protocols and that collection goals are exceeded, including promoting prompt payment of outstanding invoices and other matters that will maximize cash flow
Monitors and prioritizes workload of team to maximize collection effort and in accordance with Airgas Credit & Collection Policy
Assists team with reconciling difficult accounts
Identifies issues with billing, pricing, cylinders that cause customer service problems, and works to resolve such issues
Escalates problem accounts to NDIV or field management to ensure prompt and appropriate action
Promotes and maintains professional, service-oriented relationships with internal and external customers
Acts as an ambassador for the entire department promoting the value & support the Collections team provides
Works internally across the Division & externally directly with customers to reduce total A/R and DSO
Develops and maintains close working relationships with the Regional Company Area Vice Presidents (AVPs), District Managers (DMs), Account Managers, Branch Managers and other field departments such as Cylinder Control
Reviews aging reports with team and engages appropriate field personnel as needed to expedite resolution of outstanding payments
Participates in branch and district accounts receivable meetings, sales training presentations or other corporate/divisional meetings with team when requested
May be asked to call on accounts
Provides supervision, support, and training to team
Works in partnership with the other AR Supervisors regarding recommendations and implementation of process improvement opportunities that enhance the overall direction of the Collections team
Leads by example promoting a customer service oriented environment
Develops, mentors, and provides direct guidance to the Collection Specialists
Implements actions to achieve productivity goals of the team; monitors and reports results
Provides a climate of motivation, communication, support and trust within department and with cross-functional teams
Holds associates accountable for meeting their goals, and rewarding and disciplining employees as necessary
Special projects and other duties as assigned
The above job functions are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
Qualification
Required
2 years of prior experience in credit & collections, accounts receivable, finance and/or related field. Prior experience should include the ability to demonstrate a proven track record of success in a high-volume AR role
A strong 'customer service' mindset and the ability to use collaborative and non-adversarial approaches in achieving diverse goals. Ability to build positive relationships and strives to understand customer's needs, both internal and external
Strong organizational, team-building and people development skills. The ability to work and navigate within a complex matrixed organization
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Communication skills that ensure a smooth flow of information between self and others through clear speaking and writing, encouragement of open expression of ideas, and effective listening
Exposure to and knowledge of contract law, secured transactions and bankruptcy issues is helpful
Ability to adjust communication method based on either customer situation or the receiver of the communication (i.e. executive management, field, internal team)
Strong organization skills with ability to independently adjust and manage multiple priorities with thoroughness and accuracy
A positive, process-improvement focused approach and willingness to learn coupled with the ability to work in a team environment
Proficient in Google suite applications and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) as well as a demonstrated ability to utilize financial applications within SAP
Lives by Airgas safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, procedures which are applicable to this position's responsibilities
Preferred
Associate's degree in Business, Accounting or related-field preferred. In lieu of degree requirement, consideration for up to 2 years of additional related experience as a team leader or supervisor may be accepted
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Vacation
Sick
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
Parental leave
Floating holidays
Jury duty
Funeral/bereavement leave
Paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees
Tuition reimbursement
Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children
Company
Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. single-source supplier of gases, welding equipment and supplies, and safety products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2015-11-17Acquired
1986-12-26IPO
Leadership Team
Robert McLaughlin
CFO
J
Jay Worley
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-12-19
Clayton B. Bruner, P.L.L.C.
2025-11-22
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