Director of Credit Collections AR

The Director of Credit, Accounts Receivable & Collections is responsible for leading enterprise-wide credit, collections, and accounts receivable operations while driving strategic initiatives that optimize cash flow, mitigate financial risk, and improve overall order-to-cash performance. This role oversees receivables portfolios, develops credit and collections strategies, establishes operational controls, and partners with executive leadership to support organizational growth and financial objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and execute enterprise credit policies, procedures, and risk management strategies. Oversee commercial credit decisions, customer creditworthiness assessments, and credit limit approvals. Direct all accounts receivable and collections operations to maximize cash flow and minimize aged receivables. Establish collection strategies, performance standards, service level agreements, and recovery initiatives. Monitor aging performance, DSO, collection effectiveness, and cash application metrics. Develop and implement corrective action plans to improve portfolio performance and reduce bad debt exposure. Must have experience with Sage, ERP systems, Excel (proficient), and BI reporting. Education Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required. Advanced degree or professional certification preferred. Experience 10+ years of leadership experience in Credit, Accounts Receivable, Collections, Order-to-Cash operations. Must have experience leading teams that include both U.S.-based and international employees. Proven experience leading enterprise credit risk management programs. Demonstrated success managing high-performing teams in a shared services or complex multi-location environment. Strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and executive-level reporting. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and organizational integration activities. Experience with financial reporting tools. Experience within telecommunications or large-scale construction companies. Position Type Full-Time Benefits You’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO. Salary is $125,000–150,000 annually, depending on experience. AAP/EEO Statement Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Centerline Communications LLC