Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable

SGS Consulting; Clifton (TX); In loco; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

SGS Consulting seeks an Accounts Receivable Manager to lead and develop a high-performing AR team across multiple regions. You will oversee critical AR operations, including payments, collections, and reconciliations, while driving policy improvements and compliance.

In this role, you will analyze aging metrics, reduce DSOs, and implement automation to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Strong leadership, communication, and ERP experience are essential.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or similar is a plus.
• 7–10 years accounts receivable experience, with at least 5 years in supervision or managerial role.
• Experience with SAP or AS400 and ERP systems.

Mansioni

• Lead and mentor AR team with clear objectives and metrics.
• Oversee daily AR operations including payment processing and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with managers and stakeholders to foster innovation and inclusion.
• Develop and implement AR policies, controls, and training.
• Analyze aging reports, track DSOs, and drive collection improvements.
• Establish KPIs and reporting for performance and risk.
• Champion automation and data analytics in AR processes.
• Represent AR in cross-functional projects and system implementations.

Conoscenze

MS Office

Advanced Excel

End-to-end AR

ERP systems

Team leadership

Analytics

Communication

Travel up to 50%

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

CPA or similar certification

Strumenti

SAP

AS400

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of AR professionals, setting clear objectives and performance metrics
• Oversee the daily operations of the AR department, including payment processing, collections, cash application, lockbox payments, electronic payments, and account reconciliation
• Collaborate with Managers, Supervisors and agents to facilitate and foster a spirit of innovation and inclusion
• Review the staff's performance, determine training needs and schedule training session
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve AR policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with both internal and external policies and regulations
• Analyze AR aging reports and key metrics, identifying trends and developing strategies to reduce overdue accounts and improve days sales outstanding (DSO)
• Establish KPIs and reporting to monitor performance, aging trends, credit risk, collection effectiveness, and write-offs
• Foster a service-oriented culture and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Customer, Sales, Operations, Customer Service) and key customers to facilitate prompt payment and resolve escalated issues
• Drive harmonization of AR processes across regions and business lines, leveraging past practices
• Utilize data analytics and reporting tools to provide actionable insights and present findings to senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with internal controls
• Drive the adoption of technology and champion automation within AR processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Represent AR in cross-functional projects, system implementations, and process improvements

Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Advanced Excel/data analysis skills
• Deep knowledge of end-to-end AR processes, collections, cash application, and credit management best practices
• Proficiency with major accounting and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, AS400)
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and manage change in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, time management and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills with ability to influence at all levels. Ability to influence without direct authority in a matrixed environment
• High attention to detail, integrity, and confidentiality in handling financial data
• Ability to Travel: Up to 50%

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field; CPA or similar certification is a plus
• Proven experience (typically 7-10 years) in accounts receivable management, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role, preferably in a large high volume, multi-state, multi-system environment