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Accounts Receivable Team Lead

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In-Office
Lexington, MA
80K-120K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Lexington, MA
80K-120K Annually
Senior level
The Accounts Receivable Team Lead oversees AR processes, manages team development, and ensures effective cash flow and risk oversight while collaborating cross-functionally.
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The Accounts Receivable (AR) Team Lead plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health of the company by overseeing regional collections, optimizing AR processes, and fostering a high-performing team culture. This role ensures timely cash flow, minimizes risk, and contributes to overall departmental and company goals through leadership, process enhancement, and data-driven decision-making.

What You'll Do:

  • Team Leadership & Development

    • Supervise and mentor a team of Accounts Receivable Specialists, including training, workload management, and performance evaluations.

    • Provide ongoing development opportunities to enhance team skills and efficiency.

    • Foster a collaborative and motivated team environment aligned with organizational goals.

  • Operations Management

    • Efficiently manage daily AR operations, including high-volume customer accounts and open receivables.

    • Oversee the reconciliation of customer accounts and lead the resolution of disputes or escalations.

    • Ensure the application of AR best practices to improve cash flow and reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).

  • Cash Flow & Risk Oversight

    • Prepare and present cash flow and risk forecasts on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.

    • Evaluate AR reserves regularly and recommend adjustments based on risk and portfolio health.

    • Implement strategies to minimize bad debt exposure while maintaining positive customer relationships.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

    • Provide support for global cash application activities and ensure alignment across regional teams.

    • Participate in cross-functional and ad-hoc projects related to AR, process improvement, and system enhancements.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

  • Strong knowledge of AR processes, cash application, collections strategy, and risk management.

  • Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, and HighRadius preferred).

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive action.

The US base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 base + benefits. This reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. This position may also be eligible for bonus, and other related benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. These factors and individual capabilities will also determine the individual pay offered.

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Mimecast Lexington, Massachusetts, USA Office

191 Spring St, Lexington, MA, United States, 02421

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