The Senior Accounts Receivable Manager at Sourcebooks will manage the full accounts receivable function which includes billing, credit, collections, deductions, and cash application. You'll lead the month-end AR close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting while developing and managing key AR metrics and dashboards. Collaborating with other departments and mentoring your team will be crucial to your role.

To qualify for the Senior Accounts Receivable Manager role at Sourcebooks, candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 2 years in a leadership position. A strong grasp of GAAP, AR operations, and proficiency with ERP systems like NetSuite or SAP are essential. Excellent communication skills and a data-driven mindset are also highly valued.

The Senior Accounts Receivable Manager plays a pivotal role in contributing to Sourcebooks’ financial goals by ensuring efficient invoicing, overseeing cash application processes, and managing month-end close activities. By implementing best practices and optimizing A/R workflows, you'll help improve cash flow and enhance financial performance across the organization.

A Senior Accounts Receivable Manager at Sourcebooks can expect a hybrid work environment based in Naperville, Illinois. This role requires in-office presence at least one day per week. As part of a mission-driven team, you’ll find a supportive workplace culture that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and respect for diverse perspectives.

Sourcebooks offers a comprehensive benefits program for Senior Accounts Receivable Managers, including Medical and Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and generous paid time off. These perks reflect our commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance within a vibrant company culture.

When addressing your experience in leading an accounts receivable team, focus on specific examples of initiatives you implemented to enhance team performance. Discuss how you mentored team members and cultivated a collaborative environment while meeting key financial metrics.

In preparing to answer this question, consider discussing your systems for tracking payments and reconciling accounts quickly. Share specific tactics you utilize to minimize discrepancies and enhance accuracy in cash application processes, which are critical for the Senior Accounts Receivable Manager role.

To answer effectively, describe your familiarity with GAAP standards and any checklists or compliance procedures you have in place to adhere to these regulations. Discuss how you supervise accuracy in reporting and foster a culture of compliance among your team.

Reflecting on a past experience with resolving a billing dispute, detail the steps you took to identify the root cause and how you communicated with the customer. Emphasize your negotiation skills and how you aimed for a solution that benefited both parties, showcasing your problem-solving abilities.

When answering, delve into pertinent metrics such as Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), aging reports, and collection effectiveness indices. Be prepared to explain how these metrics influence your strategy as a Senior Accounts Receivable Manager and justify their relevance to overall financial health.

To respond, discuss your approach to breaking down the month-end closing process into manageable tasks. Mention how you delegate responsibilities, set deadlines, and rely on clear communication with your team to ensure a successful and timely closing, which is vital in the Senior Accounts Receivable Manager position.

Detail specific ERP systems you've worked with, such as NetSuite or SAP, and explain how you've used these systems to improve efficiency in accounts receivable processes. Discuss any particular functionalities within these systems that you found especially useful for tracking and reporting.

In your answer, outline a structured approach to mentoring, highlighting how you assess team members' skills and interests, provide constructive feedback, and create development plans. Share a success story where your mentorship significantly impacted a team member’s career.

When discussing customer credit risk management, share your methodology for evaluating creditworthiness and monitoring accounts. Explain how you set credit limits and the processes in place for reviewing customer financial health, demonstrating your focus on both risk mitigation and sales support.

Talk about your strategies for managing tight deadlines, such as effective time management and prioritization of tasks. Describe how you ensure the team remains on track with deadlines while maintaining high-quality work, an essential skill for the Senior Accounts Receivable Manager role.