Accounts Receivable Manager

Accounts Receivable Manager We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to take charge of order-to-cash performance across our diverse operations. The role involves leading billing, credit, collections, and cash application, with a focus on accelerating the conversion of receivables into cash, safeguarding against credit losses, and establishing a unified, scalable accounts receivable strategy across all business units. This position offers significant visibility, collaborating closely with executive leadership, Operations, and Sales to provide data-driven insights and guide the team through modernization efforts, including automation and ERP transitions. Responsibilities Lead the billing, credit, collections, and cash application processes. Develop and implement a consistent accounts receivable strategy across all business units. Collaborate with executive leadership, Operations, and Sales to provide data-driven insights. Guide the team through process and system modernization, including automation and ERP transitions. Protect the company from credit losses and accelerate the conversion of receivables into cash. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 8+ years of progressive accounts receivable, credit, and collections experience. 5+ years of experience managing large teams. Strong working knowledge of GAAP, credit risk assessment, and collections best practices. Ability to present research, analysis, and recommendations to executive leadership. Critical thinking, leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in handling large data sets. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or Viewpoint. Hands-on experience with AR automation and collections platforms and BI/reporting tools. Experience leading teams through ERP migrations or major system implementations. Track record of managing AR across multiple business units, legal entities, or branch locations. Experience with progress/milestone billing, retainage, and lien rights in project-based industrial services. Experience in industrial services, construction, heavy equipment, or equipment rental. Work Environment This role involves working in a dynamic environment with direct engagement with executive leadership. It offers the opportunity to build and modernize the accounts receivable function at scale across a multi-brand enterprise. The position promises growth and professional development opportunities within the company. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $72.12/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)