Senior Manager, Shared Services – AR Cash Applications

Crash Champions

. Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for AR Cash Applications within the shared services model, aligning with enterprise finance and operational objectives.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeRichardson • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for AR Cash Applications within the shared services model, aligning with enterprise finance and operational objectives.
Drive transformation initiatives, including automation, system enhancements, and process standardization to reduce manual effort and increase efficiency.
Establish scalable frameworks to support continued organizational growth across a multi-location network (600+ sites).
Sponsor and lead cross-functional projects impacting cash application, receivables performance, and financial systems.
Provide enterprise-level oversight of cash application operations, including payment processing, receipting, and reconciliation accuracy.
Ensure adherence to internal controls, compliance requirements, and financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP).
Implement and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and performance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
Oversee exception management, root cause analysis, and resolution frameworks to improve cycle times and accuracy.
Deliver data-driven insights on AR performance, including aging, cash flow, reserves, and operational trends.
Partner with senior leadership to influence decision-making through forecasting, analytics, and reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve working capital, reduce unapplied cash, and enhance overall liquidity.
Design and maintain best-in-class shared services processes, ensuring consistency, scalability, and efficiency across all locations.
Lead process governance, documentation, and policy development to ensure standardization across the enterprise.
Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and tools to modernize AR operations.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, including managers and individual contributors within the AR function.
Build organizational capability through succession planning, talent development, and performance management practices.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer service excellence.
Serve as a key liaison with insurance carriers and external partners, resolving systemic issues and improving remittance processes.
Collaborate closely with Treasury, Accounts Payable, Communications, Accounting, Operations, IT, Business Development, and other functions to drive alignment and resolution of process gaps.
Oversee AR-related month-end close activities, including reserves, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.
Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness of financial information related to cash applications.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field
8+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Receivable or shared services operations, including leadership of large, multi-site teams
Demonstrated experience leading transformation initiatives, automation, and process optimization
Strong expertise in AR processes, internal controls, compliance, and financial reporting standards
Proven ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels, influencing senior leadership
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365), AR platforms, and workflow/ticketing systems
Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive change in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with match
Referral Bonus (“Cash From Crash”)
5 Paid Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounts Receivablefinancial reportinginternal controlsprocess optimizationautomationKPI monitoringroot cause analysisdata analysiscash flow managementfinancial reconciliation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationproblem-solvingdecision-makingcollaborationmentoringinfluencingaccountabilitycustomer servicecontinuous improvement