Harris & Harris has over 50 years of experience in customer care and revenue recovery, specializing in the utilities, government, and healthcare markets. We’re looking for friendly, professional, and motivated Accounting Process Manager to join our Accounting & Finance team. If you’re looking for a company that embraces the principles of respect, compassion and trust, please apply with us today!

Accounting Process Manager

The Accounting Process Manager is responsible for supervising the Data Analyst/Reconciliation team, who are responsible for processing error reporting, error report corrections and key client reconciliations; and will also complete analysis and process improvement projects as needed.

Schedule: Regular business hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday

Location: must be local to Chicago, IL or Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, on-site work is required.

Salary: $90,000 to $100,000 annually

Additional Compensation and Benefits:

At Harris & Harris, we truly care about each employee’s health, wellness, financial stability, and education. We are proud to offer each employee the following benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurances from premium providers401K with matchingCompany paid Accident and Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, EAP, and Travel AssistanceTuition ReimbursementPaid Time OffAdditional benefits such as identity theft protection, flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, and more.

DAY TO DAY

The Accounting Process Manager will report directly to the CFO. The primary responsibilities of this position include:

Oversee the Data Analyst/Reconciliation team, who are responsible for processing error reporting, error report corrections and key client reconciliations. o Oversee the development of reports to identify Differences with clients for placements, payments and adjustmentsIdentify root causes for errors and data issues and partner with the IT Department to ensure proper follow-ups to prevent recurrenceDevelop reports to Sr. leadership on the type and frequency of data errors occurring within the function, to better understand how to address with clientsReview and develop current cycles for client reconciliations; recommend and implement necessary improvementsAssess the staff and determine appropriate staffing levelsImplement reports to identify differences between invoicing and payments from key customers, including Comcast, Charter and Sudden Link. Work with Client Services team to timely resolve ongoing differences and assist with collection of past due amounts.Lead and oversee the design, development and streamlining of Accounting Processes for the System of Record. This will involve working with IT and Operations to implement new processes and/or improve existing processes. o Payment ProcessingClient RemittancesNSF processingClient invoicingIntegration and interface between System-of-Record and Great PlainsComplete analysis and process improvement projects as required

WHAT YOU MUST POSSESS

Must Have:

MUST HAVE Experience with Genesys Latitude. Please do not apply if you do not have experience with Latitude.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance;5+ years of industry work experience, with experience to CUBS and Latitude systems.Advanced Excel proficiencyStrong analytical and written communication skillsStrong understanding of funds flow and processes for the debt collection industry

WHY HARRIS & HARRIS?

Harris & Harris is a premier, full-service revenue recovery firm headquartered and founded in Chicago, IL. Founded in 1968, we have been in business for more than 50 years, and we specialize in the utilities, government, and healthcare markets.

The family business Sam Harris started is now a firm of more than 500 hundred employees including collections professionals and customer care representatives who employ the latest technology and best ethical practices to help businesses recover revenue and provide world class customer service.

We take pride in knowing what it takes to turn a call from "average" to "excellent." We have been delighting clients and customers for decades thanks to our outstanding employees. They make the difference every day, shift, and call and transform challenges into victories.

At Harris & Harris, we’re proud to be an organization where everyone is welcome and can be their authentic selves at work. We’re passionate about celebrating the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture focuses on our employees and we look for opportunities to recognize and celebrate together. We are an organization that cares about our people. From monthly activities, bonuses and contests, to competitive wages and benefits, we foster an environment where we employees feel valued.

We also are an organization that believes in the power of giving back. Our internal cross functional committee, Harris Cares, guides our philanthropic activities. We have partnered with organizations such as One Warm Coat, Greater Chicago Food Depository, American Cancer Society, Bright Pink, The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW), and Operation Stars and Stripes. Most recently we have partnered with local schools and charitable organizations to give back to our communities including the American Heart Association, Habitat for Humanity, A Just Harvest, and R. Nathaniel Dett Elementary School.

At Harris & Harris, everyone is important, and one person can make a difference for their colleagues, for our clients, and for our company. We look forward to hearing from you!

Harris & Harris is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws