Manager, Accounts Receivable - Americas

Watlow • St. Louis, MO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Watlow’s Global Headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, we combine a rich legacy with forward-thinking innovation. Founded in 1922 in the heart of St. Louis, Watlow has grown from a small heating element manufacturer into a global leader in thermal systems. Our headquarters is more than just an office, it’s a hub for collaboration, advanced engineering, and customer focused solutions. We are hiring an: Accounts Receivable Manager - Americas St. Louis, Missouri (Hybrid) OR Querétaro, Mexico (Hybrid) Watlow is seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager who will be responsible for leading the Accounts Receivable function across the Americas, with enterprise-wide ownership of credit and collections policies, processes, and performance. The position will oversee a centralized team, partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders and regional leaders, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance cash flow, strengthen controls, and improve operational efficiency. We are seeking a strategic, hands-on leader with deep credit and collections expertise, strong people leadership skills, and the ability to influence across a complex, multi-site organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit, Collections, or broader Finance leadership roles
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams in a multi-site or regional environment
• Strong knowledge of credit risk management, collections processes, cash application, reconciliations, and AR controls
• Experience creating, improving, and implementing policies, procedures, and process improvements
• Experience working in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel / financial reporting tools
• Proficiency in verbal and written English

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree such as MBA or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• CPA, CGMA, or other relevant professional certification
• Project management experience, including leading system implementations or transformation initiatives
• Experience with Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Value Stream Management (VSM) methodologies
• Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, or shared services environments
• Background working in a global or matrixed organization with exposure to multiple regions
• Proficiency in Spanish (verbal and written)

Responsibilities

• Lead the Accounts Receivable function across the Americas, driving operational strategy, priorities, and performance to support business growth and financial objectives.
• Oversee enterprise-wide credit policies, customer creditworthiness decisions, and collections strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce risk.
• Identify trends, streamline workflows, and implement best practices to continuously improve AR processes, controls, and service delivery.
• Partner closely with Treasury to deliver accurate cash forecasts, trend analysis, and insights that support enterprise liquidity planning.
• Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing collections team while fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with controllers, finance leaders, sales teams, and business units across the Americas to resolve issues and enhance customer payment performance.
• Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with company policies, credit regulations, and financial reporting requirements.
• Support acquisitions, systems implementations, and enterprise initiatives that strengthen the AR organization and position it for future success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees