Executive Accounts Receivable Manager

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POSITION INFO:

Do you have the gravitas to lead at executive level and the commercial acumen to make credit a strategic advantage? We are looking for an exceptional Executive Accounts Receivable Manager to take full ownership of our national AR and credit function - driving cashflow, managing risk, and engaging with the highest levels of financial leadership

What You'll do:

• Lead the full national Accounts Receivable and Credit Management function
• Develop and enforce credit policies, governance frameworks and risk controls
• Engage directly with CFOs, Finance Directors, EXCO and senior client stakeholders
• Drive aggressive yet professional collections to ensure debtors are kept strictly within agreed terms
• Proactively identify and resolve outstanding queries, disputes, and billing issues that are causing accounts to fall overdue
• Engage directly with clients at all levels to expedite payment, resolve escalations, and maintain strong working relationships without compromising collections
• Monitor aged debt closely and implement targeted action plan to reduce overdue balances and improve DSO
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to address root causes of recurring disputes and billing errors that impact collection
• Deliver clear, concise executive reporting on exposure, ageing, and risk
• Travel nationally to support regional operations and strengthen key relationships

What You'll bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Legal or related field
• 8 - 10+ years' experience in Accounts Receivable/ Credit Management at a senior level
• Proven executive presence with experience engaging at EXCO and C-suite level
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of credit risk and governance
• Advanced financial analysis and reporting capability
• Exceptional communication - presenting complex financial matters clearly and concisely
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration (CPA, CA, CICM Advantageous)
• Self-driven and able to operate independently with full ownership of outcomes

Why this Role?

• Competitive salary
• Platform to shape national credit strategy
• Professional development and career progression

Ready to make your mark?

If you are a strategic finance leader who understands that credit is a business decision - not just an administrative function - we want to hear from you!

Submit your CV and cover letter today to anthea.