Vaco Recruiter Services
Credit and Accounts Receivable Manager
Vaco Recruiter Services, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Vaco has partnered with a client on the North side of Indianapolis to fill a Credit and Accounts Receivable Manager position.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a seasoned Credit and A/R professional who’s ready to shape strategy, influence senior leadership, and build a scalable credit function. Reporting to the Director of Billing and Accounts Receivable, the
Credit and Accounts Receivable Manager
will lead a talented team, modernize processes, and play a critical role in optimizing cash flow and managing credit risk across the organization. The right candidate brings a balance of strategic insight and hands-on leadership — someone who can see the big picture, inspire a team, and communicate effectively across all levels. This is
not a hands-on collections role , but rather a chance to
set direction, establish best practices, and drive continuous improvement
in a high-visibility position with clear growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Provide Strategic Leadership
to the Accounts Receivable team — setting clear goals, fostering accountability, and driving measurable performance improvements.
Build and Lead the Company’s Credit Program , including analytics, credit policy development, and bad debt reserve processes.
Present A/R Strategy and Results
at the bi-weekly
Cash Council
meetings with senior leadership, offering insights on cash flow trends and risk exposure.
Elevate the Credit and A/R Function
through process improvements, automation, and data-driven decision-making.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally
with Regional Operations, Commercial, and Legal teams to address credit challenges and resolve disputes efficiently.
Maintain Strong Customer Relationships
by balancing business partnership with prudent credit management.
Monitor and Report Key Metrics
— including DSO, aging trends, and bad debt forecasts — and recommend corrective actions as needed.
Support Finance Leadership
with special projects and strategic initiatives focused on working capital optimization.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5–10 years of
progressive experience in B2B credit and accounts receivable management.
Deep understanding of
credit risk, cash flow, and A/R best practices.
Strong systems knowledge —
ERP/CRM platforms
(SAP, Oracle, Workday, Salesforce) and
credit tools
(D&B, Moody’s, etc.).
Advanced
Excel skills
(VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis).
Demonstrated ability to
influence credit policy
and communicate insights effectively with senior leadership.
Top 3 Strengths
Decisive Communicator
– Confident and articulate, equally effective with staff and executives.
Analytical Thinker
– Brings data-driven rigor to credit strategy and financial decision-making.
Excel Power User
– Comfortable building and analyzing complex reports to inform leadership discussions.
Leadership Attributes
Self-Starter:
Proactive and accountable; takes full ownership of outcomes.
Servant Leader:
Motivates and empowers others, emphasizing team success over individual recognition.
Growth-Oriented:
Brings long-term potential to evolve into broader finance leadership —
a possible successor to the Director of Billing and A/R.
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Credit and Accounts Receivable Manager
will lead a talented team, modernize processes, and play a critical role in optimizing cash flow and managing credit risk across the organization. The right candidate brings a balance of strategic insight and hands-on leadership — someone who can see the big picture, inspire a team, and communicate effectively across all levels. This is
not a hands-on collections role , but rather a chance to
set direction, establish best practices, and drive continuous improvement
in a high-visibility position with clear growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Provide Strategic Leadership
to the Accounts Receivable team — setting clear goals, fostering accountability, and driving measurable performance improvements.
Build and Lead the Company’s Credit Program , including analytics, credit policy development, and bad debt reserve processes.
Present A/R Strategy and Results
at the bi-weekly
Cash Council
meetings with senior leadership, offering insights on cash flow trends and risk exposure.
Elevate the Credit and A/R Function
through process improvements, automation, and data-driven decision-making.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally
with Regional Operations, Commercial, and Legal teams to address credit challenges and resolve disputes efficiently.
Maintain Strong Customer Relationships
by balancing business partnership with prudent credit management.
Monitor and Report Key Metrics
— including DSO, aging trends, and bad debt forecasts — and recommend corrective actions as needed.
Support Finance Leadership
with special projects and strategic initiatives focused on working capital optimization.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5–10 years of
progressive experience in B2B credit and accounts receivable management.
Deep understanding of
credit risk, cash flow, and A/R best practices.
Strong systems knowledge —
ERP/CRM platforms
(SAP, Oracle, Workday, Salesforce) and
credit tools
(D&B, Moody’s, etc.).
Advanced
Excel skills
(VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis).
Demonstrated ability to
influence credit policy
and communicate insights effectively with senior leadership.
Top 3 Strengths
Decisive Communicator
– Confident and articulate, equally effective with staff and executives.
Analytical Thinker
– Brings data-driven rigor to credit strategy and financial decision-making.
Excel Power User
– Comfortable building and analyzing complex reports to inform leadership discussions.
Leadership Attributes
Self-Starter:
Proactive and accountable; takes full ownership of outcomes.
Servant Leader:
Motivates and empowers others, emphasizing team success over individual recognition.
Growth-Oriented:
Brings long-term potential to evolve into broader finance leadership —
a possible successor to the Director of Billing and A/R.
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