AR Manager (AR Analytics)

Vaco; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco, based in Atlanta, is seeking an AR Manager to lead analytics, reporting, and revenue performance initiatives using BI, AI, ERP, and advanced analytics.

Partner with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and Leadership to develop actionable insights, predictive models, and data-driven solutions that enhance cash flow and working capital. This role is on-site and requires 5+ years in AR leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading AR, revenue operations, or related finance functions.
• Experience building dashboards and reporting with Power BI/Tableau/Looker.
• Strong understanding of order-to-cash, collections, cash application, and revenue recognition.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain AR/collections/cash application and revenue dashboards across the enterprise.
• Design KPI reporting (DSO, aging, cash forecasting, bad debt trends) and provide executive insights.
• Lead analytics initiatives to optimize working capital and revenue realization.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, risks, and process improvements.
• Lead and mentor AR analysts, collaborating with Finance, IT, and Operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

AR knowledge

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Looker

Qlik

Excel (Advanced)

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Title: AR Manager (Analytics & Reporing Required)

Location: Atlanta (Midtown Location)

On-Site: Monday-Friday

Salary Range: $120,000-130,000/year

Position Summary

Vaco is partnering with a growing construction/engineering firm seeking an AR Manager to drive revenue and reporting. The AR Manager is responsible for leading the organization's accounts receivable reporting, analytics, and revenue performance initiatives. This role leverages Business Intelligence (BI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), ERP systems, and advanced data analytics to drive visibility into the order-to-cash process, optimize cash flow, improve collections performance, and support strategic decision-making. The position partners closely with Finance, Accounting, Operations, Sales, and Executive Leadership to develop actionable insights, predictive models, and data-driven solutions that enhance revenue realization and working capital performance.

Key Responsibilities

AR Analytics & Reporting

• Develop and maintain enterprise-level AR, collections, cash application, and revenue performance dashboards utilizing BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or similar platforms.
• Design and automate KPI reporting including DSO, collections effectiveness, aging trends, deduction analysis, cash forecasting, bad debt trends, and customer payment behaviors.
• Provide executive-level reporting and insights to support strategic business decisions and working capital initiatives.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and process improvement initiatives across the order-to-cash lifecycle.
• Deliver recurring and ad hoc analytical reporting to Finance, Accounting, Sales, and Operations leadership.

Business Intelligence & AI

• Leverage AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics tools to improve collections strategies, cash forecasting accuracy, and customer payment risk assessment.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies that enhance AR visibility, automation, and decision-making capabilities.
• Partner with technology teams to optimize reporting architecture, data governance, and system integrations.
• Utilize advanced analytics to identify collection priorities, predict payment delays, and recommend proactive actions.

AR Operations Oversight

• Ensure accurate and timely billing processes for all products and services.
• Support revenue recognition activities in accordance with US GAAP requirements.
• Oversee cash application, collections analysis, aging reviews, and bad debt reporting.
• Monitor customer credit risk and recommend adjustments based on analytical findings and payment trends.
• Support month-end close activities including AR reconciliations, reporting packages, and variance analysis.

Process Improvement & Automation

• Drive automation initiatives across billing, collections, reporting, and cash application processes.
• Develop and implement best practices that improve efficiency, scalability, and reporting accuracy.
• Establish and maintain internal controls supporting billing, collections, and revenue-related processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for continuous improvement through data analytics and automation technologies.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AR analysts and revenue professionals.
• Act as a strategic partner to Finance, Accounting, IT, and Operations leadership.
• Present insights, trends, and recommendations to senior management and executive stakeholders.
• Support internal and external audit requirements through robust reporting and documentation practices.

Success Measures

• Improved cash flow and reduction in DSO.
• Increased forecast accuracy through predictive analytics.
• Enhanced visibility into AR performance through automated dashboards.
• Reduction in manual reporting and operational processes.
• Improved collections effectiveness and bad debt performance.
• Increased adoption of BI and AI-enabled decision-making across Finance.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Receivable, Revenue Operations, or related Finance functions leading a team of 3-5 employees.
• Experience developing dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, Looker, or similar BI platforms. Advanced analytical capabilities with expertise in data visualization, trend analysis, KPI development, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of order-to-cash processes, collections, cash application, and revenue accounting principles.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• ERP systems such as NetSuite, PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, V/X Lookups, formulas, data sets)
• Excellent communication & presentation skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
• Stable job history and career progression.
• Local candidates to Atlanta/Metro Atlanta only. Must be able to commute on-site daily.

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