Serve as a working manager for the Collections team, actively supporting day-to-day collection activities while leading the overall receivables portfolio across regions and business units.
Partner closely with Collectors to prioritize accounts, manage escalations, and directly assist with high-risk or complex clients to drive resolution and timely payment.
Cover portions of Collectors’ portfolios as needed to ensure consistent client follow-up and minimize delays in cash collections.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders including project analysts, clients, and legal counsel to resolve client disputes.
Manage escalations and ensure compliance with company policy, client agreements, and relevant regulations.
Identify and lead continuous improvement and automation initiatives (e.g., ERP or process enhancements) to increase efficiency and transparency.
Provide coaching, training and performance feedback to Collectors, fostering a collaborative and accountable team environment.
Ensure alignment with Jensen Hughes’ values, particularly when dealing with clients and internal stakeholders.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in collections
Minimum 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role of a team of at least 5 people.
Proven track record of reducing DSO and improving collections processes.
Strong understanding of credit risk, billing, and collections processes within professional services or project-based industries.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Highly organized, analytical, and solution-oriented with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Deltek, Oracle, SAP, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.
Benefits
retirement plan
healthcare coverage
broad range of other benefits
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