Key Client Account Receivable Manager

APM Terminals Gothenburg; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking an experienced AR Manager in Manila to lead accounts receivable activities, oversee collections, and ensure compliance with global finance standards. You will guide a regional team, optimize cash flow, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across the organization.

The role requires 5+ years in AR/credit management, with leadership experience, and proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or Dynamics, plus strong analytical and communicational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years in AR/credit management, with regional exposure and at least 2 years in leadership.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and AR automation tools; strong Excel/Power BI skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee invoicing, collections, payment applications, and dispute resolution of KC customers across global regions.
• Ensure AR processes align with Maersk’s global finance standards and local regulations.
• Drive strategies to reduce DSO and improve liquidity.
• Monitor overdue accounts and lead collection efforts across diverse customer bases.
• Manage KC AR controllers, providing coaching, training, and performance reviews.
• Liaise with GSCs and headquarters to ensure smooth financial operations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Dynamics

AR automation tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a multinational, Global 500 company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with colleagues internationally, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. We provide support for you to shape your own career by achieving expertise and learning on the job. We Offer Maersk being the global leader in the industry, you’ll have the opportunity to work for a large global organization and get exposure to excellent processes and systems. You will join an organization that offers a challenging and rewarding career where everyone’s contribution is valued and rewarded. On leadership and mentoring, Maersk has a nurturing management culture. Throughout their career, your leaders will support your ideas and provide necessary advice and training. You’ll be given the opportunity to prove yourself, as well as challenging work that develops your abilities. On career development, there are wide range of roles in Maersk and Maersk has a very good career mobility program that establishes a culture of priority consideration to internal candidates and to encourage employees to take responsibility for managing their careers whether to move laterally or vertically.

Job Description Core Responsibilities

Order-to-Cash (OTC) Management

• Oversee invoicing, collections, payment applications, and dispute resolution of KC customers across global regions.
• Ensure AR processes align with Maersk’s global finance standards and local regulations.

Cash Flow & Collections

• Drive strategies to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and improve liquidity.
• Monitor overdue accounts and lead collection efforts across diverse customer bases.

Team Leadership

• Manage KC AR controllers, providing coaching, training, and performance reviews.
• Act as escalation point for complex disputes and customer issues.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with Executive sponsors, Key Client Director, Client Program Director, and customer service teams to resolve billing issues.
• Liaise with Global Service Centers (GSCs) and headquarters to ensure smooth financial operations.

Compliance & Controls

• Maintain strong internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance with SOX and Maersk policies.
• Ensure adherence to statutory requirements.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in AR/credit management, with regional exposure and at least 2 years in leadership.
• Technical Skills: ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics), AR automation tools, Excel/Power BI.
• Soft Skills: Stakeholder communication, leadership, problem-solving, analytical ability, negotiation.
• Regional Knowledge: Familiarity with payment practices, tax regimes, and regulatory environments.
• Working Shift: EUR or NAM shift

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A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world. For more information click here. All the way.