Overview:
Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE "HAYW") is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control, and energy solutions at our company-owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China. This position is based in Clemmons, NC.
Position Overview:
In addition to conducting the responsibilities of the AP Administrator, and Senior AP Administrator, also takes a lead role in training and process improvement within the Accounts Payable department. Responsible for support of all operations, controls and activity involving the fully automated, on-line Accounts Payable System. Ensures that all financial and computer controls and audits are functioning effectively and acts to suggest and implement improvements, as required, to safeguard Company assets. Acts as the Company’s liaison in the resolution of payment disputes and other problems related to outside supplier activities in a manner which promotes good vendor relationships. In the normal course of business, deals with management of other departments such as Purchasing, Receiving, Accounting, Treasury, etc., to assist, clarify and instruct regarding policies and procedures for most efficient use of the system. Assists the Accounts Payable Manager in his/her daily and monthly duties.
Responsible for collection efforts and resolutions on an assigned portfolio as part of an AR team, as a Shared Service provider to multiple subsidiaries, for a leading, global pool manufacturer.
Responsibilities:
- Effectively handle collection efforts for an assigned AR portfolio – Domestic and International accounts
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Collaborate with customers and internal teams for resolution of past due accounts on credit hold
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Properly communicate collection issues with Supervisor, Customer Service, and Sales Rep as needed
- Research payments and reconcile accounts as needed
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Respond to varied customer request for assistance
- Maintain proper records on all items
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Escalate important issues as needed
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Handle relevant audit requests as needed
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Share best practices and build partnerships internally and externally
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Assist with departmental clerical duties and/or projects as needed
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
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Excellence and professionalism under pressure and deadlines
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Comfortable with change and ability to adapt
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Excellent organizational, analytical, and follow-up skills
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Ability to prioritize and escalate issues appropriately in a timely manner
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Detail oriented with a consistent, high-level of accuracy
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Displays initiative and a collaborative, growth-mindset with accountability
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (both verbal and written) effectively
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Thrives in an environment with multiple systems and extended and extensive change
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Tech-savvy with strong MS Office, and specifically, strong Excel is required
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MS Dynamics experience a plus, but not required
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Team and customer service mindset
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Willingness to learn and cross-train
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Experience in a publicly traded company preferred
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Experience with SOX compliance preferred
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Previous high-volume, manufacturing/wholesale credit & collections experience is required
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Experience with dispute/deduction management required
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Some college preferred, but not required
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