Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable

As a Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable at Braze, you will lead the AR team to ensure timely collections and accurate monthly closings. Your role includes assisting with annual audits, SOX compliance, and innovating processes for greater efficiency, all while collaborating with senior executives and mentoring junior team members.

To qualify for the Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable position at Braze, you should have at least eight years of experience in collections and accounting, ideally in a publicly traded company. Familiarity with SOX controls and tools like Microsoft Excel and NetSuite is crucial, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

The Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable contributes to Braze's growth by leading the AR team to ensure timely collections, maintaining accurate financial records, and optimizing business processes. Your efforts will enhance the overall efficiency of the finance team and support the company's expanding global operations.

At Braze, you can expect a collaborative and inclusive work culture that champions teamwork and celebrates diversity. Our team is genuinely kind and passionate, striving for work-life harmony while tackling exhilarating challenges, making it a Great Place to Work.

The expected salary range for a Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable at Braze is between $110,000 and $126,000 per year, with potential On Target Earnings (OTE) between $125,000 and $144,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

When answering, highlight your past roles where you led an accounts receivable team. Discuss your leadership style, your approach to ensuring timely collections, and how you handled challenges within the team.

Share specific examples of how you've implemented SOX controls in previous positions. Discuss your understanding of these regulations and how they impact the financial reporting process.

Describe your approach to collections, such as establishing clear communication with customers, monitoring accounts, and utilizing technology to track performance. Emphasize the importance of relationship-building in this process.

Talk about specific mentoring techniques you use, like providing feedback, offering training sessions, or setting up regular check-ins. Explain how you've helped junior members grow their skills and confidence.

Detail a particular process improvement initiative that you led, focusing on the problem you identified, the steps you took to implement the solution, and the positive results achieved.

Discuss your time management techniques, such as prioritization, use of project management tools, and regular check-ins with your team. Provide insights into how you stay organized under pressure.

Mention the software platforms you've used, such as NetSuite or Microsoft Excel. Share specific examples of processes you streamlined or reporting improved through these tools.

Explain your conflict resolution style, emphasizing active listening, clear communication, and finding win-win solutions. Share a specific instance where you successfully resolved a conflict.

Discuss key performance indicators you monitor, such as Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), collection rates, and aging reports. Explain how these metrics inform your strategies and decisions.

Express your admiration for Braze’s culture and mission. Mention specific aspects of the company that resonate with you and align with your career goals, such as innovation in customer engagement or commitment to equity.