Accounting Operations Leader - Hybrid, AP/AR & Cash Flow

Protolabs; Maple Plain (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid caregiver leave

PTO and holidays

401k match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Matching grants

Job summary

Protolabs in Maple Plain, Minnesota, seeks a Manager of Accounting Operations for a hybrid on-site Tue-Thu role. You will lead AP, AR, invoicing, and credit & collections, and build a high-performing team across these functions.

You will partner with Finance, Sales, and business leaders to improve controls, cash flow, and operational performance, while ensuring SOX compliance and timely month-end close. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent education and experience
• 5+ years of finance leadership experience, preferably managing employees directly
• 4+ years of accounting experience
• Must be able to work and communicate well within all levels of the organization
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and flexibility to change is essential
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and work in a challenging fast paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate with customers, vendors, and employees in a professional, personable, and effective manner
• Maturity, professionalism, and high level of discretion
• Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude
• Independent worker and analytical thinking with an ability to conduct research, data analysis, and resolve complex problem

Responsibilities

• Lead Accounts Payable, ensuring accurate and timely vendor payments while delivering an exceptional internal and supplier experience.
• Drive Accounts Receivable performance by optimizing collections, resolving escalations, and improving cash flow.
• Oversee invoicing operations to ensure accurate billing, timely customer communication, and seamless revenue processes.
• Lead Credit & Collections strategies that balance customer growth with effective risk management and strong financial results.
• Develop, coach, and inspire a high-performing Accounting Operations team across AP, AR, Invoicing, and Credit & Collections.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, and business leaders to solve challenges and improve operational performance.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that streamline processes, enhance controls, and increase efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and support audit readiness across accounting operations.
• Support month-end close activities and provide reporting that drives informed business decisions.
• Lead projects that modernize systems, strengthen processes, and elevate the customer and employee experience.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Invoicing

Credit & Collections

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional partnering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Protolabs in Maple Plain, Minnesota, seeks a Manager of Accounting Operations for a hybrid on-site Tue-Thu role. You will lead AP, AR, invoicing, and credit & collections, and build a high-performing team across these functions.

You will partner with Finance, Sales, and business leaders to improve controls, cash flow, and operational performance, while ensuring SOX compliance and timely month-end close. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of leadership,