Accounts Receivable / Credit Manager

Accounts Receivable / Credit Manager San Clemente, CA, US Job ID: 6886404 Posted: 6 days ago Job Description Experience: Mid Level Salary: $110,000 - $143,000 per year Key Responsibilities and Duties Credit Evaluation & Risk Management Evaluate new and existing customer creditworthiness. Approve credit limits and payment terms. Establish and maintain company credit policies. Monitor domestic and international credit exposure. Manage export documentation requirements related to credit risk. Collections & Accounts Receivable Lead the end-to-end collections process. Monitor AR aging, DSO, CEI, bad debt, and collection performance metrics. Partner with Sales and Customer Service to resolve payment issues. Drive timely collections and improve cash flow. Manage escalation of delinquent accounts and collection agency relationships. Assist with bad debt reserve management. Cash Application & Reconciliation Oversee daily cash application activities. Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies. Support month-end close processes. Manage write-offs and related journal entries. Reporting & Forecasting Produce executive-level AR and collections reporting. Develop cash collection forecasts. Provide KPI reporting to executive leadership. Analyze trends and recommend corrective actions. Dealer, Distributor & International Programs Manage domestic and international distributor credit programs. Analyze distributor inventory and payment trends. Resolve rebate, deduction, and pricing disputes. Coordinate order releases and credit holds. Process Improvement & Compliance Ensure internal control compliance. Improve AR, collections, and credit processes. Drive ERP and reporting system enhancements. Implement automation opportunities. Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop AR/Credit staff. Establish accountability and performance standards. Drive continuous improvement across the department. Qualifications Needed Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. Minimum 10+ years of progressive Credit, Collections, and Accounts Receivable experience. Experience evaluating customer credit risk and establishing credit policies. Strong background in accounts receivable management, collections, DSO management, bad debt management, and AR reconciliation. Experience managing Order-to-Cash (O2C) processes. Experience forecasting cash collections and providing KPI reporting. Experience working with domestic and international customers/distributors. Strong ERP systems experience, including one or more of: Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Epicor, PeopleSoft Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, Experience with Power BI, Experience with AI tools such as Claude AI preferred. Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor accounting, credit, or AR teams. Proven ability to improve cash flow through effective credit and collections management. Strong analytical and financial analysis skills. Experience driving process improvements and automation initiatives. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Prior collections or credit experience within the consumer electronics or audio electronics industry. Experience supporting international distribution channels. A bit about us Founded nearly four decades ago and based in San Clemente, California, with additional offices and distribution partners supporting customers globally, we are a recognized leader in premium audio technology and innovative sound solutions. We design products that enhance how people experience sound in residential and commercial environments worldwide. Our culture values innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while empowering team members to make meaningful contributions to our growth and success. Why join us Competitive Compensation: Up to $130,000 (DOE) + potential bonus opportunity 401(k) with Generous Match Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Generous PTO & Paid Holidays Career Growth: Opportunity to lead and shape a global credit and AR function Collaborative Work Environment: Partner directly with executive leadership including the Assistant Controller and CFO Leadership Opportunity: Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing Credit/AR team Technology & Process Improvement: Drive ERP optimization, reporting enhancements, and automation initiatives Work-Life Balance Hybrid flexibility may be available depending on business needs #J-18808-Ljbffr LeoForce