Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a global AR strategy aligned with the company’s financial goals. Oversee the regional AR teams (team size in excess of 60), fostering collaboration and efficiency across 6 global offices. Accountable for developing and executing strategies that optimize cash flow and mitigate the risk associated with a complex and diverse receivables ledger. Identify and implement automation and process improvement strategies across global AR functions. Operational Management: Manage the day-to-day operations of the global AR team, including invoicing, collections, cash application, and dispute resolution. Ensure accurate and timely billing to customers, monitoring AR aging reports and taking corrective action where necessary. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for AR processes globally, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and local regulations. Work cross-functionally with teams, Finance, and Customers to advocate for processes that provide a great customer experience while accelerating free cash flow. Data & Reporting: Provide regular reports on AR performance metrics to senior leadership, including insights into trends, risks, and opportunities. Track and analyze global AR performance and implement corrective measures as needed. Support the critical month-end financial close process with regards to revenue recognition. Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing, globally distributed AR team through recruitment, training, and development initiatives. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the global AR team. Provide mentorship and career development opportunities to AR managers and staff. Performs any other tasks reasonably required to be undertaken in accordance with the instructions of the Reporting Manager. Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience
10+ years of experience in accounts receivable management, with at least 5 years in a global leadership role. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Experience with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, etc.) and AR automation tools. Strong understanding of global accounting principles, financial regulations, and best practices in AR management. Proven track record of leading large, cross-functional, and geographically dispersed teams. You enjoy working in a highly pressured, dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, keen to engage as required by a growing business. Prior experience with luxury brand or exposure to HNWI clients highly beneficial and preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership and global teams. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong organizational and time management skills, with a results-oriented approach.
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