Nathan Luke La Macchia
Summary
Highly skilled and results-driven Accounts Receivable Team Leader with 5 years of experience managing and overseeing daily accounting operations, including billing, collections, and cash application. Adept at optimizing workflows, improving team performance, and implementing process improvements to enhance cash flow. Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and maintain excellent customer relationships. Proven track record in leading teams to exceed targets, ensuring timely collections, and maintaining high levels of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Receivable Team Leader
Hudson Food Group
01.2020 - Current
- Lead a team of3 accounts receivable specialists, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure accurate and timely processing of all invoices and payments
- Supervise the end-to-end accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, cash application, aging reports, collections, and dispute resolution
- Collaborate with internal departments such as sales, customer service, and finance to resolve any discrepancies and maintain accurate account balances
- Develop and implement strategies to reduce outstanding AR balances, consistently achieving reduction in aging AR
- Review and approve credit limits, customer terms, and payment schedules for high-value accounts, minimizing risk and maximizing cash flow
- Monitor cash flow and prepare weekly/monthly reports for management, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting
- Resolve complex customer disputes, negotiate payment arrangements, and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure the timely recovery of outstanding debts
- Streamline invoicing and collections processes, reducing processing time and improving team productivity
Accounts Receivable Officer
Hudson Pacific Corporation
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed invoicing, billing inquiries, and cash application for a portfolio of customers, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments
- Reconciled customer accounts and investigated discrepancies, working with customers and internal departments to resolve issues promptly
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly AR ageing reports and provided regular updates to management
- Followed up on overdue accounts, negotiating payment arrangements and reducing outstanding balances
- Processed credit notes, refunds, and adjustments in compliance with company policies and Australian tax regulations
Education
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Victoria University
01.2016
Skills
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Billing and Invoicing
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Cash Application & Allocation
- Collection Strategy Development
- Aged Debtors & AR Reporting
- Dispute Resolution & Problem Solving
- Customer Relationship Management
- Process Improvement & Automation
- Compliance & Audits
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Payment negotiations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounts Receivable Team Leader
Hudson Food Group
01.2020 - Current
Accounts Receivable Officer
Hudson Pacific Corporation
05.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Victoria University
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