Manager, Accounts Receivable & Revenue

Why Texas Association of School Boards

Established in 1949, TASB has grown alongside Texas to meet the evolving needs of the school boards it serves.

Today, 500 employees work together to promote educational excellence for Texas public schoolchildren. TASB offers high-quality services that help 1,023 school districts operate more efficiently and effectively in serving more than 5.5 million public school students statewide.

We feel privileged to work alongside talented team members who are passionate about putting people first and empowering local school district leaders. The TASB team is adaptable and responsive to the needs of our members. 

Our culture is reflected in TASB Together, which guides the way we work and encourages employees to learn, grow, and contribute in alignment with our TASB Mission:

The Texas Association of School Boards promotes educational excellence for Texas schoolchildren through the advancement of good governance, valuable learning experience for school leaders, and public school advocacy. We also provide high-quality services and programs to school districts – helping them operate more efficiently and effectively. 

As part of its commitment to employee growth and development, TASB offers competitive pay and rich benefits, including a 2:1 match of retirement contributions up to 5% after one year, (which means that if you contribute 5% to the plan, TASB will contribute 10%), onsite daycare, onsite gym, wellness program, tuition reimbursement, remote and hybrid work options for certain roles, flexible schedules, and more. 

Every role at TASB thoughtfully complements our commitment to supporting school boards and championing public education across Texas. If you consider your work exceptional and share the values that help TASB support school boards, keep reading!

About You

As the Manager, Accounts Receivable & Revenue, you will bring an in-depth knowledge of core accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and general ledger experience including adjusting journal entries and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will be valued for possessing a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in execution of job duties, as well as strong interpersonal communication skills with both customers and all levels of TASB staff. We are seeking a personable and talented self-starter, a true go-getter, who possesses a strong desire to help overhaul key AR processes and contribute to meaningful and lasting process improvements. 

A Typical Day 

• Responsible for all aspects of deferred revenue accounting, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Facilitate annual membership and subscription service invoicing, including managing system integrations, and coordination with program area staff.
• Maintain the complete order-to-cash processes in the ERP system ensuring process effectiveness and efficiency while striving for process consistency. 
• Maintain customer billing tables, item codes, and released products and work closely with service areas as updates are needed.
• Review, approve, and prepare journal entries and complex account reconciliations independently with minimal assistance.
• Review monthly financial statements and reports ensuring completeness and accuracy, and proactively resolve outstanding issues.
• Responsible for monthly sales tax reporting.
• Prioritize and delegate inbound customer service inquiries and provide general support to TASB’s program areas.
• Support the wider AR team with cash receipt and refund processing, monthly reconciliations, journal entries and other team needs. 
• Facilitate training and development of the accounts receivable team.
• Periodically develop and conduct training geared toward program area sales order users.
• Effectively maintain current process documentation for all key AR functions.
• Supervise two AR Accounting Specialists Sr. team members.
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How You’ll Make an Impact

• If you are experienced with full-cycle AR functions, from invoicing to collections. 
• If you are experienced handling deferred revenue recognition and repayments. 
• If you possess a broader range of general ledger accounting experience. 
• With your demonstrated ability to be a strong leader, mentor, and coach. 
• Providing superior customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. 
• If you possess a strong desire for processes to function optimally and consistently seek improvements to maximize efficiencies. 
• If you are a lifelong learner. 
• If you are personable and approachable. 

Skills for Success

Education and experience: 

• Degree in accounting or related field preferred. 
• 5-7 years of directly related work experience. 
• Experience with large ERP systems and integrations, Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations is preferred. 
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, specific focus on Excel with intermediate knowledge including VLOOKUP's and pivot tables. 
• Must have supervisory experience. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Demonstrate advanced analytical and critical thinking skills. 
• Strong problem solving, documentation, research, and resolution skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbal and in writing. 
• Self-starter who possesses effective follow up and follow through on all priorities and tasks. 
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and initiatives in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to work under strict deadlines. 
• Ability to generate and effectively analyze reports including presenting findings to management. 
• Ability to work effectively with staff, management, customers, and other professional contacts. 

The TASB Difference

• Enjoy competitive pay and rich benefit offerings. 
• Be part of a collaborative environment where every contribution impacts Texas public schoolchildren. 
• Thrive in a culture that promotes bringing your whole self to work every day and emphasizes healthy boundaries and work-life balance. 
• Learn and grow individually and together through frequent professional development, wellness seminars, and more. 
• Work alongside transparent leaders with an open and consistent feedback approach.
• Celebrate as a team with meaningful (and fun) events and tokens of appreciation throughout the year. 

Posting Notices

• Salary commensurate with experience. 
• The health and safety of our employees and members is our top priority. 
• The Association is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an individual based on any of the following personal characteristics protected by law: race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including in relation to marital status, pregnancy, pay, sexual orientation or gender identity), age, disability, genetics or veteran status.
• This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship. 
• Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check. 

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