Main Job Purpose Accounts Receivable Manager is a people-focused leader responsible for directing accounts receivable team supporting the company’s automotive operations in Mexico and the US. This role drives performance, accountability, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with Mexican, US, and German accounting standards. The position requires full professional fluency in both English and Spanish. Principal Accountabilities Accounts Receivable Management Lead and motivate the accounts receivable team to achieve collection, accuracy, and service-level targets in both US and Mexico Oversee invoicing, cash application, and customer account reconciliation in compliance with local laws Monitor customer aging, bad debt, and collection performance of the team Coordinate dispute resolution with sales, logistics, and customer service teams and provide escalation where needed within the company Audit & Internal Controls Act as primary point of contact for internal and external auditors related to AR Prepare, review, and provide audit documentation and collaborate and oversee team support for audit, including discussion with auditors on topics related to AR Ensure timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions Partner with internal audit, finance, IT, and operations to strengthen controls Ensure compliance with Mexican accounting standards (NIF), US GAAP (FASB), and German GAAP (HGB) Maintain strong internal controls Support internal and external audits related to AR Reporting/Close Lead month-end and year-end close activities related to AR Prepare and review AR reporting for local management and auditors Systems & Process Improvement Oversee AR modules within ERP systems (SAP preferred) Improve processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance People Leadership & Team Development Directly manage and develop AR accounting staff in all locations Define roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Experience 5+ years of accounting experience, with strong exposure to accounts receivable 4+ years of supervising accounting staff Experience in automotive companies Technical Skills Deep knowledge of AR processes, credit, and collections Knowledge of Mexican tax regulations (SAT, CFDI) SAP experience Advanced Excel skills Language Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken) required Travel Some travel yearly to the United States Leadership Competencies Confident people manager with a hands‑on leadership style Strong communication skills Ability to lead teams through change and tight deadlines Collaborative, proactive, and results-driven Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability Ability to work cross-functionally and meet tight deadlines #J-18808-Ljbffr