Sr. Manager, Accounts Receivable

WHAT YOU’LL DO

THE DAY-TO-DAY

• Oversee all aspects of accounts receivable operations, including collections, credit management, dispute resolution, reporting and cash application.
• Develop and drive AR policies and procedures that ensure timely and accurate reporting, improve DSO, and mitigate credit risk.
• Lead the AR team with a focus on building high performance and accountability by fostering professional development and continuous process improvement.
• Own the preparation, accuracy, and timeliness of executive level A/R reporting reports, including advertiser aging schedules, DSO by advertiser, and collection forecasts, used by Finance and Executive teams to evaluate AR health and working capital.
• Proactively develop and monitor key metrics (e.g., DSO, aging trends, collection rate, credit exposure), providing actionable insights to senior leadership on a weekly and monthly cadence.
• Implement and optimize AR systems and automation tools to drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability—exploring the use of AI and data-driven solutions to enhance forecasting, cash application, and credit decisioning.
• Own AR-related workstreams during strategic acquisitions, including transitioning acquired receivables, integrating systems, and aligning processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and company policies related to credit and receivables.
• Manage escalations related to collections or billing discrepancies and drive resolution in a timely, customer-centric manner by coordinating with senior management and legal, as necessary.
• Support audits, financial close processes, and cross-functional projects related to collection cycle management.
• Stay current with industry standards and technology innovations in AR and credit management.

GREAT TO HAVE

• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounts receivable, credit, or accounting operations, with 3-5 years in a management or leadership capacity.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition, and internal controls related to AR.
• Proven track record in reducing DSO, improving cash flow, and scaling AR operations in a mid-to-large organization.
• Proficiency in ERP and AR systems (e.g., Netsuite or other major ERP ) and automation platforms a plus.
• Experience implementing or optimizing ERP, AR automation, and data-driven tools (e.g., AI-enabled forecasting or credit risk solutions) strongly preferred.
• Experience integrating AR operations post-acquisition or leading system/process alignment during organizational change is a plus.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams, driving change, and implementing process improvements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills; able to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced Excel skills required; experience with Macros or Power Query is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.
• Experience in public company, technology, SaaS, media, or other high-growth, high-volume B2B environments preferred.

LIFE AT VIANT

Investing in our employee’s professional growth is important to us, but so is investing in their well-being. That’s why Viant was voted one of the best places to work and some of our favorite employee benefits include fully paid health insurance, paid parental leave and unlimited PTO and more. 

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