Accounts Receivable / Credit Manager

Jobot; San Clemente (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation up to $130,0

Job summary

Jobot, headquartered in San Clemente, California, seeks an AR/Credit Manager to lead a fast-scaling global function. The role focuses on credit risk evaluation, collections leadership, and cash application excellence across domestic and international customers.

You will partner with executives to optimize ERP systems and reporting, driving cash flow improvements. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in credit/AR, ERP proficiency, and a track record of building high-performing teams while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive Credit, Collections, and AR experience.
• Experience with Order-to-Cash (O2C) processes.
• Strong ERP systems experience (Oracle/SAP/NetSuite/Epicor/PeopleSoft).
• Strong Excel and Power BI skills; Claude AI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new and existing customer creditworthiness and set credit limits.
• Lead end-to-end collectionsProcess and monitor AR aging, DSO, CEI.
• Oversee daily cash application and reconcile customer accounts.
• Produce executive-level AR and collections reporting and KPI metrics.
• Manage domestic and international distributor credit programs and credit holds.
• Drive ERP and reporting system enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Lead and mentor AR/Credit staff and drive process improvements.

Skills

Credit risk management

Accounts Receivable

Forecasting cash collections

KPI reporting

ERP systems experience

Excel advanced

Power BI

AI tools Claude

Leadership and mentoring

Stakeholder management

Process automation

International programs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

NetSuite

Epicor

PeopleSoft

Job description

AR / Credit Manager – Fast Impact Role

Salary: $110,000 - $143,000 per year

About us

Founded nearly four decades ago and based in San Clemente, California, with additional offices and distribution partners supporting customers globally, we are a recognized leader in premium audio technology and innovative sound solutions. We design products that enhance how people experience sound in residential and commercial environments worldwide. Our culture values innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while empowering team members to make meaningful contributions to our growth and success.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Up to $130,000 (DOE) + potential bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with Generous Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Career Growth: Opportunity to lead and shape a global credit and AR function
• Collaborative Work Environment: Partner directly with executive leadership including the Assistant Controller and CFO
• Leadership Opportunity: Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing Credit/AR team
• Technology & Process Improvement: Drive ERP optimization, reporting enhancements, and automation initiatives
• Work-Life Balance
• Hybrid flexibility may be available depending on business needs

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Credit Evaluation & Risk Management

• Evaluate new and existing customer creditworthiness.
• Approve credit limits and payment terms.
• Establish and maintain company credit policies.
• Monitor domestic and international credit exposure.
• Manage export documentation requirements related to credit risk.

Collections & Accounts Receivable

• Lead the end-to-end collections process.
• Monitor AR aging, DSO, CEI, bad debt, and collection performance metrics.
• Partner with Sales and Customer Service to resolve payment issues.
• Drive timely collections and improve cash flow.
• Manage escalation of delinquent accounts and collection agency relationships.
• Assist with bad debt reserve management.

Cash Application & Reconciliation

• Oversee daily cash application activities.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Support month-end close processes.
• Manage write-offs and related journal entries.

Reporting & Forecasting

• Produce executive-level AR and collections reporting.
• Develop cash collection forecasts.
• Provide KPI reporting to executive leadership.
• Analyze trends and recommend corrective actions.

Dealer, Distributor & International Programs

• Manage domestic and international distributor credit programs.
• Analyze distributor inventory and payment trends.
• Resolve rebate, deduction, and pricing disputes.
• Coordinate order releases and credit holds.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Ensure internal control compliance.
• Improve AR, collections, and credit processes.
• Drive ERP and reporting system enhancements.
• Implement automation opportunities.

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop AR/Credit staff.
• Establish accountability and performance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement across the department.

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive Credit, Collections, and Accounts Receivable experience.
• Experience evaluating customer credit risk and establishing credit policies.
• Strong background in accounts receivable management, collections, DSO management, bad debt management, and AR reconciliation.
• Experience managing Order-to-Cash (O2C) processes.
• Experience forecasting cash collections and providing KPI reporting.
• Experience working with domestic and international customers/distributors.
• Strong ERP systems experience, including one or more of: Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Epicor, PeopleSoft
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, Experience with Power BI, Experience with AI tools such as Claude AI preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor accounting, credit, or AR teams.
• Proven ability to improve cash flow through effective credit and collections management.
• Strong analytical and financial analysis skills.
• Experience driving process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred

• Prior collections or credit experience within the consumer electronics or audio electronics industry.
• Experience supporting international distribution channels.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.