Manager ( Accounts Receivable )

Role Summary

• Maxima Apparel is looking for an experienced Finance & Accounts Manager to lead end-to-end Accounts Receivable (AR) and Order-to-Cash operations across wholesale, e-commerce, online marketplaces, and payment platforms.
• The role will manage AR operations across the US, Canada, UK, Cyprus, Australia, Mexico, and Brazil. Key responsibilities include daily cash application, reconciliations, month-end AR closing, collections, and dispute resolution.
• The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in Accounts Receivable, process and controls management, ERP systems, and the ability to lead and develop a team of AR specialists while managing operations across multiple entities and time zones.

Key Responsibilities

1. AR Operations & Cash Application

• Oversee daily cash and bank postings, payment receipts, factoring activities, customer deductions, and chargebacks.
• Manage card settlements, drop-ship and intercompany postings.
• Oversee weekly payments and claims.

2. Multi-Country & Multi-Channel Operations

• Manage Accounts Receivable across wholesale, e-commerce, online marketplaces, and payment platforms.

• Handle AR operations across the US, Canada, UK, Cyprus, Australia, Mexico, and Brazil.

3. Reconciliation & Reporting

• Ensure the AR ledger aligns with the general ledger and ageing reports.

• Review bank, card, e-commerce, marketplace, sales discounts, and returns reconciliations.

• Ensure timely clearance or escalation of outstanding items.

4. Month-End Book Closing

• Own the AR month-end closing calendar and checklist.

• Manage accruals and balance-sheet schedules.

• Deliver month-end AR and sales reports with allocation by brand and region.

• Support audit and tax-related requirements.

5. Team Management & Collections

• Lead, coach, and set performance goals for the AR team.

• Assign clear task ownership and ensure trained backups are available.

• Review team deliverables and manage workload during month-end closing.

• Drive collections and dispute resolution.

6. End-to-End Process Ownership

• Own the complete Order-to-Cash cycle across multiple channels and countries.

• Maintain documented procedures and implement appropriate controls, including maker-checker reviews and role-based access.

• Drive ERP automation and process improvements.

• Act as the primary AR contact for internal teams, auditors, and external partners.

Eligibility & Requirements

Educational Qualification

• CA / CPA / CMA / ACCA (Qualified or Part-Qualified).

Work Experience

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Order-to-Cash operations.

• At least 3+ years of experience managing and leading a team.

• Hands-on experience in month-end closing activities.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in ERP systems with an understanding of AR automation.

• Advanced MS Excel skills.

• Strong reconciliation and financial reporting capabilities.

• Experience in multi-channel and international AR operations.

• Knowledge of factoring and chargebacks.

Required Soft Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively across different time zones.
• Self-driven approach with proactive escalation and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong team management and leadership skills.

Preferred Background

Experience in the apparel or consumer goods industry.