Accounts Receivable Service Delivery Lead

BD; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BD in San Diego seeks an experienced Accounts Receivable Service Delivery Lead to optimize AR performance, reduce past-due balances, and ensure SLAs while supporting cash flow objectives. You will supervise service delivery across ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday), monitor KPIs, and collaborate with finance, commercial teams, and external partners to drive continuous improvements.

The role requires strong analytical skills, AR process expertise, and leadership capabilities to drive performance

Qualifications

• Associate degree; may consider equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum 5 years of accounts receivable, Quote-to-Cash, or related fields.
• Experience with AR metrics; performance against SLAs.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GBS AR strategy and ensure SLA/KPI targets and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate AR with customers and third-party partners to resolve escalations.
• Track KPIs (DSO, aging, SLA compliance) and provide leadership dashboards.
• Leverage SAP/Oracle/Workday and support automation in AR.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with finance, commercial, and GBS teams.
• Train and coach AR associates and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

KPI management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Forecasting & scheduling

Excel + Power BI

AR processes

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems experience

Education

Associate degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

NICE

Verint

Kronos

Job description

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it is no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Service Delivery Lead is responsible for managing AR performance, with a primary focus on reducing past-due balances across designated ERP systems. This role ensures AR activities are executed accurately and in accordance with established service level agreements (SLAs), while driving aging reduction strategies and supporting cash flow objectives. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical mindset, deep expertise in accounts receivable processes, and experience leveraging workforce planning tools and methodologies to optimize operational performance and resource allocation.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery Supervision

• Oversee and Execute the GBS strategy to maintain the financial health of AR balances.
• Ensure that service level agreements (SLA)s, key performance indicators (KPIs), and customer satisfaction metrics are met by both internal and third-party service partners.
• Raise & develop strategies to mitigate potential financial risks.

Maintain AR Balance

• Act as the primary coordinator between AR team and customers when an impasse occurs.
• Deploy resources to properly address AR escalations.
• Be the primary catalyst to resolve aged AR particularly outside the current fiscal year.
• Partner with Team Leads from our third-party service partners to resolve AR issues.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as DSO, aging buckets, and SLA compliance.
• Provide actionable insights through dashboards and reports to leadership.
• Identify bottlenecks process and recommend improvements.
• Lead transformation activities to drive optimal business outcomes.

Technology & Tools

• Leverage workforce management software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday).
• Support automation and digital transformation initiatives within AR.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a liaison between GBS teams outside of AR, commercial teams, and finance teams.
• Collaborate with Senior Management to surface opportunities of improvement regarding AR.
• Engage with cross functional teams to identify and implement process improvements through stretch assignments when necessary.

Team Leadership

• Train and develop AR associates.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and feedback.

Education And Experience Required

• Associate degree. May consider equivalent combination of education, experience, and demonstrated knowledge.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, Quote-to-Cash, service delivery, operations, customer support, commercial operations, finance operations, or related environments.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Experience managing KPIs, service levels, productivity, and operational performance.
• Experience leading teams or coordinating work across multiple stakeholders, including indirect leadership responsibilities.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, matrixed, and large-scale organization with competing priorities.
• Experience within a Shared Services, Global Business Services (GBS), or similar centralized operational environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated professional maturity, executive presence, and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence without direct authority across a complex matrix organization.
• Experience utilizing workforce planning, forecasting, scheduling, and resource optimization tools (e.g., NICE, Verint, Kronos) along with data analysis platforms such as Excel and Power BI to support operational decision-making.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting customer-facing teams and handling escalations.
• Knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR) metrics and industry best practices.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with capital lease portfolio management and dispute resolution.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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