Manager, Accounts Receivable - Americas
Watlow, Maryland Heights, MO, United States
Watlow is seeking an
Accounts Receivable Manager
who will be responsible for leading the Accounts Receivable function across the Americas, with enterprise-wide ownership of credit and collections policies, processes, and performance. The position will oversee a centralized team, partner closely with cross‑functional stakeholders and regional leaders, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cash flow, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency.
St. Louis, Missouri (Hybrid) OR Queretaro, Mexico (Hybrid)
What You’ll Do:
Strategic Leadership:
Lead the Accounts Receivable 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
Annual Incentive Program
401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
Wellness incentives
Employee Personal Assistance Program
Dental, medical, vision and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Diversity & Inclusion
We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Accounts Receivable Manager
who will be responsible for leading the Accounts Receivable function across the Americas, with enterprise-wide ownership of credit and collections policies, processes, and performance. The position will oversee a centralized team, partner closely with cross‑functional stakeholders and regional leaders, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cash flow, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency.
St. Louis, Missouri (Hybrid) OR Queretaro, Mexico (Hybrid)
What You’ll Do:
Strategic Leadership:
Lead the Accounts Receivable 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
Annual Incentive Program
401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
Wellness incentives
Employee Personal Assistance Program
Dental, medical, vision and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Diversity & Inclusion
We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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