Manager, Order-to-Cash (AR) Operations

Elkay ManufacturingDowners Grove, IL
Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Order-to-Cash (AR) Operations is responsible for leading end-to-end accounts receivable operations, including collections, cash application, and customer deductions, while driving performance visibility, process improvement, and cross-functional alignment. This role goes beyond traditional credit and collections management. It requires a leader who can analyze trends, identify root causes, and translate data into actionable insights that improve working capital, operational efficiency, and customer experience. The ideal candidate is a strong operator and business partner who can lead a team, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in a complex, multi-system environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree within Accounting or Finance required.
  • 5+ years in AR, credit, collections, or finance operations required.
  • Minimum of 2+ years of leadership experience required.
  • Strong knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • ERP experience required- Oracle a plus
  • Ability to provide guidance and direction to team of Collections Representatives
  • Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage AR operations across collections, cash application, and deductions
  • Provide clear direction, coaching, and performance management for a team of AR professionals
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for customer and internal issue resolution
  • Ensure timely and accurate execution of key processes
  • Own and monitor key AR performance metrics including aging trends and past due performance
  • Analyze data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities
  • Deliver insights to leadership related to working capital and performance
  • Oversee credit decisions and evaluate customer financial risk
  • Partner with Sales and Finance to balance risk and customer relationships
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives across AR processes
  • Drive automation and standardization efforts across systems
  • Partner closely with Sales, Finance, and Customer Service to drive outcomes

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
  • Matching 401(k) Contribution
  • Health Savings Account
  • Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Eligibility
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Matching Gift Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!
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