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A/R Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services, Clearwater, FL, United States


Overview

Our client is seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to lead a high-volume AR function and drive performance across credit, collections, and cash application operations. Manufacturing background strongly preferred with ability to commute to Clearwater, FL daily.
Location: Clearwater, FL (onsite Monday–Thursday, flexible Fridays)
Compensation: $90k-$100k
Duration: Direct-hire
Responsibilities

Team leadership

— manage and develop a team of 11 (including 2 supervisors), driving accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
AR operations oversight

— lead end-to-end receivables including customer onboarding, credit evaluation, collections, and cash application
Credit & risk management

— assess creditworthiness, set/adjust limits, manage holds/releases, and mitigate financial exposure
Collections strategy

— monitor aging, DSO, and collection effectiveness; resolve escalations and reduce past-due balances
Cash application & reconciliation

— ensure accurate and timely payment posting, resolve discrepancies, and support month-end close
Reporting & analytics

— deliver AR insights including aging, DSO trends, and bad debt; drive data-backed process improvements
Systems & process improvement

— act as SME for Oracle EBS and High Radius; identify automation and efficiency opportunities
Cross-functional partnership

— collaborate with Sales, Finance, and Customer Service to support working capital and customer experience
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
10+ years of progressive accounts receivable experience, including at least 4 years managing supervisors or leading a multi-functional AR team
Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or promotional products environment strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with Oracle EBS (AR module) required; experience with High Radius or a comparable collections and cash application platform strongly preferred

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