Job Description

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there’s a seat at the table for you.

Become One Of Our Valued Team Members:

Our Accounts Receivable & Invoicing Supervisor offers an experienced accounting professional the opportunity to lead Lakeside Foods’ Accounts Receivable, Credit, and Invoicing functions while supporting the financial success of the organization. This role is responsible for overseeing customer billing, collections, customer credit reviews, month-end and fiscal close activities, financial reporting support, and the day-to-day leadership of the Accounts Receivable & Invoicing teams. If you enjoy leading people, driving process accuracy, and partnering across departments to achieve results, we invite you to join our team.

What You'll Get:

At Lakeside Foods, we believe in taking care of our people. That’s why, as part of the Lakeside family, you’ll have a package of affordable benefit choices and resources to choose from that covers your health, well-being, family and future.

Comprehensive Benefits:

• A choice of three quality affordable healthcare coverage options
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Health savings account with employer contribution/flexible spending accounts
• Retirement planning including Profit Sharing and 401(k) match
• Company-provided life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, personal days and holidays

Work-Life Integration:

• Educational & professional development assistance
• Wellness programs and fitness reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship program
• Career growth opportunities
• Internships/apprenticeships

What You'll Do:

• Lead and supervise the Accounts Receivable and Invoicing teams, including work assignment, scheduling, coaching, development, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of customer billing and accounts receivable transactions, reporting, and collections activities.
• Oversee the receipt and recording of customer payments.
• Manage account reconciliations, accrual journal entries, and other accounting-related activities.
• Support monthly close activities by ensuring the accurate recording of accounts receivable journal entries, reconciling customer deductions against programs and agreements, and providing backup support to the accounting team.
• Assist with fiscal year-end responsibilities, including accruals, auditor schedules, and accounts receivable reserve analysis.
• Coordinate collection efforts and resolve customer payment issues.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Traffic, and Accounting teams to investigate and resolve discrepancies, short payments, rebates, and billback programs.
• Perform credit reviews for new and existing customers.
• Communicate with customers regarding account balances, payment status, and credit-related matters.
• Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Perform additional accounting and leadership responsibilities as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of accounting and general ledger experience, including leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable, credit, collections, and financial reporting processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate team members.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective working relationships across departments.

Where You'll Work:

Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan, Manitowoc offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big opportunity. Known for its scenic waterfront, vibrant downtown, and strong sense of community, the city provides a high quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and family-friendly amenities. With a growing business environment and an affordable cost of living, Manitowoc is an ideal place to build a career while enjoying everything Wisconsin’s lakeshore has to offer.

Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities