Manager, Accounts Receivable - Mexico

Accounts Receivable Manager - Americas Location: Queretaro, Mexico Watlow seeks an Accounts Receivable Manager to lead the Accounts Receivable function across the Americas. This role will have enterprise‑wide ownership of credit and collections policies, processes, and performance. The manager will oversee a centralized team, partner with cross‑functional stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cash flow, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency. What You’ll Do: Strategic Leadership: Lead the AR function across the Americas, driving operational strategy, priorities, and performance to support business growth and financial objectives. Credit & Collections Expertise: Oversee enterprise‑wide credit policies, customer creditworthiness decisions, and collections strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce risk. Process Improvement: Identify trends, streamline workflows, and implement best practices to continuously improve AR processes, controls, and service delivery. Cash Flow Impact: Partner closely with Treasury to deliver accurate cash forecasts, trend analysis, and insights that support enterprise liquidity planning. Team Development: Coach, mentor, and develop a high‑performing collections team while fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Cross‑Functional Partnership: Collaborate with controllers, finance leaders, sales teams, and business units across the Americas to resolve issues and enhance customer payment performance. Compliance & Controls: Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with company policies, credit regulations, and financial reporting requirements. Transformation & Growth: Support acquisitions, systems implementations, and enterprise initiatives that strengthen the AR organization and position it for future success. What You’ll Need to Succeed: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field 7+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit, Collections, or broader Finance leadership roles Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams in a multi‑site or regional environment Strong knowledge of credit risk management, collections processes, cash application, reconciliations, and AR controls Experience creating, improving, and implementing policies, procedures, and process improvements Experience working in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel / financial reporting tools Proficiency in verbal and written English Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree such as MBA or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field CPA, CGMA, or other relevant professional certification Project management experience, including leading system implementations or transformation initiatives Experience with Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Value Stream Management (VSM) methodologies Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, or shared services environments Background working in a global or matrixed organization with exposure to multiple regions Proficiency in Spanish (verbal and written) Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan Salary paid bi‑weekly Major and minor medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Saving fund (13%) Grocery vouchers (10%) Vacation days: 1st year 13 days (Increasing each year according to the law + 1 additional day) Vacation bonus (50%) End of year bonus: 27 days Legal benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr Watlow