What AP Wants to Know About AR

Join us as we explore the crucial lessons that AP departments can learn from AR teams. We will share practical tips on how AP and AR can work together more effectively to achieve common goals, streamline processes, and enhance overall financial performance.

Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the AR processes that can benefit AP, including cash flow management, customer relationship strategies, and best practices for handling invoices and payments. We'll also discuss ways to improve communications and collaboration between these two departments, fostering a more harmonious and productive work environment.

Additionally, we'll reveal some lesser-known insights about AR that can significantly impact AR operations, helping your team to avoid common pitfalls and optimize their workflows. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and transform your approach to financial management.

Steve Fulmer
Controller, South Mill Champs

Steve is the Accounting Manager at South Mill Mushroom LLC; he has over 15 years of Finance and Accounting experience. Steve currently manages Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and the Cash Process at South Mill.

Steve graduated Summa Cum Laude from Widener University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Steve began his career working for a Fortune 100 chemical company in a management rotational program where he held roles in tax, financial analysis, cost accounting, and various roles in corporate controllership. Steve earned his MBA with a concentration on Organizational Development. After working in General Accounting for a while at South Mill, Steve was tasked with building a high performing Accounts Receivable Team. In the process Steve earned an Accounts Receivable Manager Certification from the IOFM and has reduced past due, DSO, and employee turnover.

Steve has completed intensive leadership training through a third party with a primary emphasis on team building and communication. In addition to his accounting responsibilities, Steve facilitates a variety of leadership training courses that South Mill now provides to their employees. Steve’s passion is learning, teaching, and building high performing teams. Steve believes we should take time to celebrate the successes and laugh.

Grace Chlosta
Content Manager, IOFM

Grace Chlosta joined the Institute of Finance & Management (IOFM) in 2022 in a new role for the team as the Content Manager. She is responsible for the planning, organization, development, and implementation of all the content for IOFM’s digital products and (virtual and in-person) events. Grace is committed to ensuring that IOFM’s content stays timely, relevant, and actionable for all financial operations professionals, and works closely with a team of content developers, industry leaders, and subject matter experts to guarantee this happens.