Accounts Receivable Consultant Job at Robert Half (Minneapolis)

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Consultant to support a manufacturing organization near Minneapolis, Minnesota through a Long-term Contract engagement. This position will focus on strengthening and formalizing accounts receivable procedures so the business has clear, consistent, and training-ready documentation across multiple entities. The consultant will work closely with finance leaders and operational stakeholders to improve process clarity, support continuity, and bring structure to critical AR activities.

Job Responsibility

Lead the creation and refinement of standardized accounts receivable procedures across multiple companies and functional areas
Collaborate with AR leadership and team members to review current practices, confirm accuracy, and convert working knowledge into clear process documentation
Prioritize documentation efforts by assessing operational risk and addressing the most business-critical activities first
Develop clear SOPs, work instructions, and training materials that support knowledge transfer and day-to-day execution
Capture and document core AR functions such as cash application, deductions management, cost recovery, and daily cash receipts processing
Record workflows that involve both system-based steps and manual activities to ensure end-to-end process visibility
Promote consistency across business units while clearly distinguishing areas where entity-specific procedures must be maintained
Provide project coordination support to keep deliverables organized, aligned with timelines, and progressing with internal stakeholders
Support documentation of specialized receivables activities involving distributor programs and special pricing agreements
Offer guidance on documentation standards, formatting, and process presentation to improve usability and consistency

Requirements

Extensive senior-level experience in accounts receivable within a complex business environment
Strong practical knowledge of cash application, deductions, collections, and broader AR operations
Proven ability to write SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation for finance or accounting teams
Experience working across multiple entities, business units, or shared services environments with varying process needs
Demonstrated project management capability in documentation, process improvement, or operational readiness initiatives
Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and gather information from subject matter experts
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate informal team knowledge into structured, user-friendly materials
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and larger ERP platforms

What we offer

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life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

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