Manager - Accounts Receivable

Current India; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Crete Professionals Alliance is seeking a Manager Accounts Receivable to lead a team of collection analysts and optimize cash flow for US clients in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 12+ years in AR/collections, a Commerce background (MBA or B.Com), US AR experience, NetSuite and advanced Excel skills, and strong leadership and negotiation abilities. Three days in office per week in Hyderabad.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in Accounts Receivable/collections.
• Commerce background with MBA or B.Com; CPA/CA preferred.
• Experience in US AR and reporting using NetSuite.
• Strong communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Experience leading teams (5+ years).

Responsibilities

• Manage and collect outstanding AR from US clients.
• Manage ageing for debtors.
• Send emails with complete details of outstanding to clients.
• Prepare cash receipt reports and DSOs improvement metrics.
• Apply payments per remittance and client instructions.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payments.
• Maintain and update records of all collection activities.
• Analyze unapplied payments and reconcile discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing issues.
• Handle dispute management.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Team management

Education

MBA or B.Com in Finance

CPA or CA preferred

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

MS Excel

Job description

Position Summary

As a Manager Accounts Receivable you will be responsible for Managing & Supervising the team of collection analyst. Results-driven and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Manager with over [12+ years] of experience in overseeing and optimizing accounts receivable and debt recovery processes. Proven expertise in developing effective collection strategies, managing high-performing teams, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in analyzing delinquency trends, negotiating with clients, and collaborating cross-functionally to improve cash flow and reduce bad debt. Adept at using collection software and CRM systems to track performance and enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for strong leadership, conflict resolution, and the ability to drive consistently results in high-pressure environments. Apply payments to ERP, Reporting, DSO Improvement strategies, specializing in the use of NetSuite ERP for tracking and managing collections activities etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and collect outstanding accounts receivable from US clients.
• Manage Ageing for customers (Debtors)
• Sending emails with complete details of outstanding to the clients.
• Manage report for all the cash receipts.
• Apply payment as per remittance and client instruction.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payments.
• Maintain and update records of all collection activities.
• Analyze and report on unapplied payments.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve any billing and payment discrepancies.
• Handling dispute management experience.

Requirements:

• Minimum 12+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable/Collection.
• Commerce background, MBA or B.com, Finance or related field (CPA or CA preferred).
• Proven experience in US Accounts Receivable.
• Strong working knowledge of AR and Reporting
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and MS Office.
• Proficiency in accounting software, specifically Oracle NetSuite and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team Handling Experience 5 years +
• DSO
• AR aging, AR Reserves, Write offs, Invoicing, O2R Process, Bad Debts.

Crete Professionals Alliance (including its subsidiaries) is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time
• Shift timing: Since this role interfaces directly with US based colleagues and counterparts, it will require working between 2 pm and 11 pm IST
• Three days working from office.