Manager - Financial Shared Services

Job Description

Job Description

Tempe, Arizona | On-Site | Full-Time Position Mandate

Lead and optimize end-to-end procure-to-pay and order-to-cash operations across multiple residential energy business entities. Oversee daily Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, enforce robust internal and master data controls, optimize DSO/DPO metrics, and manage, train, and develop AP/AR team members while driving process automation and subledger accuracy.

A $120M diversified residential energy technology group combining energy infrastructure, software, and customer-facing services. Its growing portfolio includes a flagship home energy subscription brand and other brands serving homeowners. Full company details will be shared with candidates at the interview stage.

We hire based on a four-tier pyramid, in strict order. Skills are the base of the pyramid, not the top.

• Sets and maintains an exceptional standard for financial transaction accuracy and subledger integrity with minimal executive oversight.

• Takes full operational ownership of AP/AR workflows, team execution, subledger accuracy, and risk mitigation across multiple entities.

• Thrives when performance is measured by DSO, DPO, subledger alignment, SLA adherence, and internal audit compliance.

• Excels in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while remaining calm under pressure, constructive during operational challenges, and professional.

• Maintains clear, executive-ready communication when resolving complex vendor disputes or sensitive customer credit and collection issues.

• Proactively identifies workflow bottlenecks, fraud risks, and control gaps, implementing scalable, automated solutions before they impact operational cash flow.

• Ensures subledgers are reconciled, payment runs are audited and released on schedule, cash is applied accurately, and master data is secured.

• The specific management, control, and technical capabilities are detailed in the sections below. Industry knowledge can be developed; the core requirements must already be in place.

Scope: Strategic and operational oversight of shared services accounting operations (AP/AR), procure-to-pay and order-to-cash process standardization, team leadership, vendor/customer dispute resolution, and month-end subledger reconciliation.

Reports to: Corporate Controller

Ideal Hire: A hands-on Shared Services Manager with proven expertise in high-volume AP/AR management, team leadership, ERP systems, internal controls, process automation, and subledger-to-GL reconciliations.

• Procure-to-Pay & Order-to-Cash Oversight: Manage and streamline end-to-end procure-to-pay and order-to-cash cycles across all operating entities.

• Team Leadership & Performance: Supervise, mentor, and establish performance standards for the AP/AR team, providing clear guidance and operational support.

• Payment Operations & Disbursements: Ensure accurate and timely vendor payments, oversee check, ACH, and wire payment runs, and maintain rigorous payment approval workflows.

• Billing & Collections Management: Direct customer billing, cash applications, credit hold decisions, and collections strategies to maintain healthy cash flow.

• Working Capital & Metrics Monitoring: Track and optimize key financial metrics, including DSO, DPO, aging reports, and bad debt reserves.

• Master Data Controls & Fraud Prevention: Maintain vendor and customer master data controls, enforcing strict fraud prevention and risk mitigation measures.

• Dispute Resolution & Escalations: Serve as the escalation point for complex or high-priority vendor and customer account disputes.

• Month-End Close & Reconciliation: Reconcile AP and AR subledgers to the general ledger during month-end close and maintain accurate balance sheet schedules.

• Process Automation & Standardization: Identify opportunities to standardize and automate core workflows, such as invoice capture, electronic payments, and lockbox processes.

• Audit Support & Internal Controls: Enforce AP/AR policies, maintain standard operating procedures, and support internal and external financial audits.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• 6+ years of Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable experience, with at least 2+ years supervising a team.

• Solid understanding of standard accounting principles, including general ledger, debits and credits, subledger reconciliations, and internal control frameworks.

• Working knowledge and hands-on experience with modern ERP platforms and AP/AR automation software.

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data modeling.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for collaborating across internal departments, vendors, and customers.

• Proven track record of high-volume transaction processing and managing financial operational risks with exceptional attention to detail.

• Direct experience implementing AP/AR automation tools such as Bill.com, Coupa, or AvidXchange.

• Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP in a multi-entity or multi-brand structure.

• Professional accounting or receivables certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, APP/CAPP).

• Background in residential energy, solar, home services, or high-growth subscription/field service business models.

First 30 Days

• Audit current AP/AR subledgers and workflows.

• Evaluate master data controls and team capabilities.

• Become familiar with system setups across business brands.

First 60 Days

• Take full operational ownership of weekly payment run approvals.

• Manage aging and DSO/DPO tracking.

• Oversee monthly subledger-to-GL reconciliations and routine dispute escalations.

First 90 Days

• Implement initial process automation improvements, such as lockbox or automated invoice capture.

• Standardize department SOPs.

• Optimize bad debt and aging controls.

• Base Pay Range: $85,000-$115,000 per year, depending on experience, team leadership background, and relevant certifications (exempt, full-time).

• Incentive Compensation: Eligible for an annual performance bonus and long-term incentives.

• Health & Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA; company-paid life insurance; voluntary supplemental life; short- and long-term disability.

• Retirement: 401(k) with a generous employer match.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\rWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\rOur Services\rW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\rWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\rWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\rOur Expertise\rW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\rAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.