AR Manager

An industry leading Retailer is on a search for a strong AR Manager. This candidate will be a leader that can manage a team and own the AR, Credit, & Collections functions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Credit and Collections team, establish and monitor monthly department and individual collection goals, based on measurable results
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Credit and Collections team and be the go-to person for the day-to-day operational support of the team, provide guidance, analysis and resolve issues
• Lead the team to peak performance, streamline processes, drive change, generate efficiencies and establish, improve and document credit and collections related processes and controls
• Strong leadership experience with an analytical, collaborative, and positive mindset
• Support cash management and cash applications
• Make determinations on credit lines and terms of payment
• Conduct analysis and full understanding of customer base and related risk, review hold and blocked lists
• Manage accounts receivable aging and bad debt reserves and write-offs
• Manage the interaction and communication with credit and collections agencies
• Evaluate proper staffing levels and facilitate the staffing, training, motivation and development of the team
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• BA/ BS in Accounting
• Minimum of 7 years hands-on credit collections experience in a CPG or similar environment
• Minimum of 3 years AR and Collections managerial experience, managing teams of 5 or more, improving the AR and collections of complex high-volume businesses
• SAP systems experience
• Cash management experience
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, Vlookups and spreadsheets
• Strong communication, interpersonal, detail and team oriented, problem solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills

Preferred Skills:

• Luxury Retail/ CPG experience
• Large company exp.

Compensation: $120,000-$130,000
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.