Accounts Receivable Manager
Talkdesk
At Talkdesk, we are courageous innovators focused on redefining the customer experience, making the impossible possible for companies globally. We champion an inclusive and diverse culture representative of the communities in which we live and serve. And, we give back to our community by volunteering our time, supporting non-profits, and minimizing our global footprint. Each day, thousands of employees, customers, and partners all over the world trust Talkdesk to deliver a better way to great experiences.
We are recognized as a cloud contact center leader by many of the most influential research organizations, including Gartner and Forrester. With $498 million in total funding, a valuation of more than $10 Billion, and a ranking of #8 on the Forbes Cloud 100 list, now is the time to be part of the Talkdesk legacy to help accelerate our success in a new decade of transformational growth.
At Talkdesk, we embrace FAST, our fundamental operating principles that define who we are as an organization. These principles drive us to make the impossible possible. FAST: Focus + Accountability + Speed = Talkdesker.
- Focus: Focus time, energy and attention on what is most impactful for the business and thoughtful about how and when to partner with others.
- Accountability: Hold self and others accountable to meet commitments and drive results. Accept responsibility for successes and failures.
- Speed: Execute with agility and urgency. Act promptly, decisively, and without delay. Make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
- Talkdesker: YOU!
Responsibilities:
- Assists Senior AR Manager in reporting on DSO, collections, reserves and other metrics to management weekly Ensure cash forecast targets are met
- Key liaison for:
- Accounting: AR sub-ledger management and reconciliation
- Invoicing: Error resolution, credit reductions, and short pay elimination
- Performs analysis of collection practices and policies and develops recommendations
- Manages International team of Collectors, ensuring the achievement of Collection Targets
- Actively participate in monthly and quarterly close activities including the completion of AR related Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Work with teams on process improvement initiatives
- Participates in policy and strategy development
- Exercises independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
- Analyze delinquent accounts and prepare reports on highest risk accounts including recommendations for resolution
- Manage Withholding Tax process including all relevant postings and the collection of WHT certificates
- Negotiate payment programs with delinquent customers
- Check for credit viability on requests for extended terms, and evaluate various adjustments or exception documents
- Maintains and keeps organized and accessible all company credit collection documentation
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of direct corporate collections and/or AR experience
- Knowledge of billing and collections procedures
- Exceptional organizational and analytical skills
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Must have excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills Proficient in Excel
- Netsuite is a plus
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
Primarily office-environment work, extended periods of sitting or standing, computer-based work. Limited lifting, and equipment usage limited to computer-related equipment (keyboards, mouse, etc.)