Accounts Receivable Team Lead

Our client, a fast-pace growing company within the electrical vehicles industry, is looking for an Accounts Receivable Team Lead.

Company mission 
Lead the way towards a sustainable motorcycle industry, by reducing plastic and CO2 pollution. This will be achieved by building sustainable products that are superior to traditional technology in terms of Performance, Emotion and Design.

Company goal

• Inspire to sustainability by offering a game changing experience.
• Limit global warming by reducing CO2 pollution.
• Save lives by reducing plastic pollution.
• Be a leader in quality using sustainable materials.
• Be a leader in performance, innovation and technical exploration.
• Design functional and timelessly beautiful products.
• Be great at sourcing, to make premium products available to more people.
• Enhance user experience by persistently simplifying functionality.

Position goal:
While our client is becoming the global market leader in motocross and premium motorcycles, they need your help to support the growth path of the company by ensuring transparency and process optimization. You are a highly motivated and experienced Accounts Receivable Team Leader to oversee the invoicing process, manage financing partners, and drive the cash collection activities. You possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in accounts receivable, and a proven track record of optimizing financial operations.
 
Responsibilities:
With legal entities in Spain, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, and reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you are responsible for managing group-wide the following tasks:
 

1. Invoicing Process:
   1. Oversee the end-to-end invoicing process to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
   2. Implement and maintain invoicing procedures and policies.
   3. Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.
   4. Work closely with the sales and operations teams to resolve any invoicing issues.

 

2. Financing Partners Management:
   1. Establish and maintain relationships with financing partners.
   2. Negotiate terms and agreements with financing partners to ensure favorable conditions.
   3. Monitor financing arrangements to optimize cash flow and reduce costs.
   4. Ensure all financing documentation is accurate and up to date.

 

3. Cash Collection:
   1. Develop and implement effective cash collection strategies.
   2. Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and take action to reduce overdue accounts.
   3. Coordinate with the collections team to ensure timely follow-up on outstanding invoices.
   4. Manage escalations and complex cases to ensure resolution.

 

4. Team Leadership:
   1. Lead and manage the accounts receivable team, providing guidance and support.
   2. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.
   3. Develop training programs to enhance the skills of the team.
   4. Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.

 

5. Reporting and Analysis:
   1. Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable status, including key metrics and performance indicators.
   2. Conduct analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement.
   3. Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

 

6. Continuous Improvement:
   1. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
   2. Stay updated on industry best practices and new technologies in accounts receivable.
   3. Lead or participate in projects aimed at improving financial operations.

Powers:

1. Come up with new solutions and ideas to solve challenges and to improve the status quo
2. Build process maps
3. Define and create reports to improve the organization
4. Negotiate with financing partners
5. Suggest improvements within other company areas

 
Performance criteria:

1. Improve order to cash process.
2. Invoicing accuracy rate should be maintained at 99% and above.
3. Invoices should be processes within 2 business days of order completion.
4. Achieve a 95% collection rate within payment terms.
5. Offer customer financing solutions in all key markets.
6. Provide accurate and insightful reports to management.