Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BAE Systems is an international defense, aerospace and security company that offers a full range of products and services. They are seeking a Manager for the Accounts Receivable team to lead daily operations, manage cash forecasting, and work closely with finance departments to drive cash collections and minimize bad debt. The role offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional growth within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Accounts Receivable team in all areas of ATB analysis and reporting including current commentary status on all invoices in support of operating cash forecasts as well as quarterly CFO certifications, and management of overdue receivables and short-paid balances in order to drive closure on all cash collections in order to meet/exceed established targets
• Managing the Oracle customer database including credit management for all customers by way of continuous credit limit and creditworthiness analysis in order to minimize bad-debt expense
• Completing accounts receivable reporting to Sector management and Accounting on a weekly and monthly basis which includes presenting results, issues and closure plans to Sector-level management
• Working closely with Business Area Finance and Contracts teams in order to drive closure on any cash collection issues in order to meet/exceed targets for both overdue debt as well as bad debt, which may include coordinating and leading multi-functional meetings to resolve unapplied cash or payment variances
• Leading and supporting Business Intelligence tools and dashboards for the AR organization, in addition to developing creative solutions to problems and driving change

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related degree / and 6 years of work experience; alternatively, a master's degree and 4 years of work experience
• Previous experience in Accounts Receivable
• Self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multitask and balance competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead and motivate a team to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency within the Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills relative to Excel
• Proficiency with Oracle
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and lead cross-functional work teams
• Analytical mindset and keen critical thinking/problem solving skills
• Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• A 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• A legal plan
• Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid military leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Any applicable federal and state sick leave
• Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics
• Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance
• Temporary employees can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan
• Flexible work environment
• Every other Friday off
• 100% remotely

Company Overview

• BAE Systems is an aerospace, defence, and information security company that provides advanced and technology-led solutions. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.baesystems.com.

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