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Accounts Receivable Manager Certification (Exam Cost Included)

This accounts receivable Manager Certification Program is designed to prepare accounts receivable managers to manage a team now and, in the future—by understanding and embracing best practices, organizational process change, and the increasing interaction with customers on a global scale. You will also prepare to earn your Accredited Receivables Manager (ARM) designation from the Institute of Finance and Management (IOFM) upon successful course completion.

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                                35 Course Hrs
                            

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                                    GES2185
                            
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                                3 Months
                            
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Overview

Objective

Outline

Organizing the Accounts Receivable Department
1. Introduction
2. How Accounts Receivable Fits Within the Broader Business Structure
3. Interdepartmental Communication
4. Accounts Receivable Roles and Responsibilities
5. How Responsibilities Change with Automation
6. How Accounts Receivable Responsibilities Change When the Work Is Outsourced
7. Why New Hires Will Require New Skills
8. Conclusion
Credit Management
1. Introduction
2. Credit Management
3. Policy & Procedures (P&P) for the Credit Manager
4. New Customer Credit
5. Credit Application
6. Assigning a Credit Line
7. Relationship Between Credit and Sales
8. Resources for Credit Managers and the Customer Master File
9. Financial Statement Analysis
10. Internal Credit Score
11. Terms and Payment Methods
12. New Customer Acceptance Letter
13. Credit and Existing Customers
14. Metrics
15. Best Practice
Customer Master File
1. Introduction
2. Ownership
3. Customer File Documentation
4. Verifying Customer Data
5. Updating the Customer Master File
6. Entering and Securing CMF Data
7. Cycle Time
8. Conclusion
Accounts Receivable Metric Reporting and Analysis
1. Introduction
2. Aging Reports
3. DSO Reporting
4. Bad Debt Reporting
5. Collection Eﬀectiveness Index (CEI)
6. Receivables Turnover Ratio (RTR)
7. Credit Risk Analysis
8. Conclusion
Accounting, Records, and Associated Regulations
1. Introduction
2. Accounting Definitions
3. Financial Reporting and Account Standards
4. General Ledger
5. Month‐End Close
6. Financial Statements
7. Auditing—Internal and External
8. Record Retention/Destruction
9. Other Regulations
10. Unclaimed Property/Escheatment
11. Conclusion
Technology
1. Introduction
2. Automated Accounts Receivable Functions
3. Technology and Tools
4. Technology Is Here to Stay
Process Management
1. Introduction
2. The Rationale for Process Management
3. Good Processes Enhance Cash Flow
4. Selling the Accounts Receivable Asset
5. Activity‐Based Management (ABM)
6. Benchmarking
7. The Challenge of Change
8. Communication Tools
9. Accounts Receivable Organizational Structure
10. Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery
11. Looking Ahead
12. Conclusion
Leadership and Team Management in Accounts Receivable, Credit & Collections
1. Introduction
2. Leadership Skills
3. Becoming a Better Leader
4. Business Ethics and Integrity
5. Conclusion

Requirements

Prerequisites

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites required to complete this course.

Certification Requirements:

While there are no prerequisites to taking this course, IOFM recommends that you meet one of the following for the Accounts Receivable Manager Certification:

No degree = 5 yrs. related work experience
2-year degree = 4 yrs. related work experience
4-year degree = 2 yrs. related work experience
Advanced degree = 1 yr. related work experience

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What is the average salary for an accounts receivable manager?

According to Glassdoor, the median salary for an accounts receivable specialist is $58,000, while the median salary for an accounts receivable manager is $79,000. As technology changes the landscape of financial operations and companies seek to optimize cash flow, skilled accounts receivable professionals can leverage in-demand technical and strategic skills to increase their compensation.

What does an accounts receivable manager do?

An accounts receivable manager oversees the operations of the accounts receivable department, ensuring that all processes are optimized for efficiency and accuracy. Their role includes leading teams, tracking performance metrics, and implementing best practices in areas like credit management and customer account data. They play a key part in maintaining the customer master file and staying informed about how technology continues to shape and evolve the accounts receivable function.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes. Upon completing the program, learners will take the exam to demonstrate their ability to manage the accounts receivable process and earn the Accredited Receivables Manager (ARM) designation.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 3 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

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