Strategic AR & Credit Controller — Cash Flow & Automation

Freudenberg Group; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity & Inclusion

International opportunities

Paid holidays

Vacation (time off)

Hybrid work

Job summary

Freudenberg Group in Durham, NC is seeking a Senior Credit & Collections Accountant to strengthen AR processes and cash flow. You will lead credit risk assessments, optimize collections strategies, and drive automation in a high-volume environment.

This role partners with shared services and stakeholders across functions, leveraging SAP and ERP tools, Excel analytics, and KPI dashboards to improve financial performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6+ years progressive experience in Credit, Collections, and Accounts Receivable within a high-volume business environment.
• Proven success leading AR transformation initiatives, including process improvement, automation, and systems optimization.
• Experience working within a shared services environment, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive results across functions.
• Demonstrated track record of improving cash flow, reducing past-due receivables, and minimizing bad debt exposure.
• Strong knowledge of credit risk assessment, customer credit management, and collections strategies.
• Advanced experience with ERP systems and AR processes; SAP preferred.
• Proficient in AR reporting, analytics, KPI development, and dashboard creation.
• Experience leveraging automation and digital tools to improve AR efficiency and controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and credit management software.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies; Green Belt certification preferred

Skills

Credit & Collections

Accounts Receivable

AR transformation

ERP systems

SAP

Automation & Digital tools

Excel

KPI & Analytics

Lean methodology

Green Belt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Lean Green Belt certification

Tools

SAP

Credit management software

Job description

Freudenberg Group in Durham, NC is seeking a Senior Credit & Collections Accountant to strengthen AR processes and cash flow. You will lead credit risk assessments, optimize collections strategies, and drive automation in a high-volume environment.

This role partners with shared services and stakeholders across functions, leveraging SAP and ERP tools, Excel analytics, and KPI dashboards to improve financial performance.