Accounts Receivable Manager

Talentify; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks an Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee order-to-cash across our multi-brand operations. Lead billing, credit, collections, and cash application to speed receivables and reduce credit risk, while modernizing AR through automation and ERP projects.

Collaborate with executive leadership, Operations, and Sales to provide data-driven insights, lead a large AR team, apply GAAP and advanced Excel to optimize processes in a hybrid Houston, TX setting on a contract-to-hire basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounts receivable, credit, and collections experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing large teams.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, credit risk assessment, and collections best practices.
• Ability to present research, analysis, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Critical thinking, leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in handling large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the billing, credit, collections, and cash application processes.
• Develop and implement a consistent accounts receivable strategy across all business units.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, Operations, and Sales to provide data-driven insights.
• Guide the team through process and system modernization, including automation and ERP transitions.
• Protect the company from credit losses and accelerate the conversion of receivables into cash.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Billing

Credit & collections

GAAP knowledge

Excel

ERP systems

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Automation

BI reporting

Leadership

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Viewpoint

Job description

About this job

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to take charge of order-to-cash performance across our diverse operations. The role involves leading billing, credit, collections, and cash application, with a focus on accelerating the conversion of receivables into cash, safeguarding against credit losses, and establishing a unified, scalable accounts receivable strategy across all business units. This position offers significant visibility, collaborating closely with executive leadership, Operations, and Sales to provide data-driven insights and guide the team through modernization efforts, including automation and ERP transitions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the billing, credit, collections, and cash application processes.
• Develop and implement a consistent accounts receivable strategy across all business units.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, Operations, and Sales to provide data-driven insights.
• Guide the team through process and system modernization, including automation and ERP transitions.
• Protect the company from credit losses and accelerate the conversion of receivables into cash.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounts receivable, credit, and collections experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing large teams.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, credit risk assessment, and collections best practices.
• Ability to present research, analysis, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Critical thinking, leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in handling large data sets.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or Viewpoint.
• Hands-on experience with AR automation and collections platforms and BI/reporting tools.
• Experience leading teams through ERP migrations or major system implementations.
• Track record of managing AR across multiple business units, legal entities, or branch locations.
• Experience with progress/milestone billing, retainage, and lien rights in project-based industrial services.
• Experience in industrial services, construction, heavy equipment, or equipment rental.

This role involves working in a dynamic environment with direct engagement with executive leadership. It offers the opportunity to build and modernise the accounts receivable function at scale across a multi-brand enterprise. The position promises growth and professional development opportunities within the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $72.12/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Houston, TX.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.