Accounts Receivable Credit Manager

Rello Search Partners is recruiting for an Accounts Receivable Credit Manager in Tampa, FL. Our client is privately owned in the wholesale distribution industry with operations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. They are looking for a strong accounting professional to join a growing team. The Accounts Receivable Credit Manager reports to the Corporate Controller and oversees customer credit risk, collection activity, cash application, account reconciliation, dispute resolution, aging management, and the monthly accounts receivable close. Only local candidates residing within a commutable distance to Tampa and willing to work onsite Monday – Friday will be considered for the position. This is NOT a hybrid or fully remote opportunity. Responsibilities: Lead the department's day-to-day operations while driving stronger controls, timely cash conversion, process improvement, and consistent service to customers, branches, Sales, and Finance. Accountable for credit management, protecting Company assets, minimizing bad debt exposure, and improving working capital performance. Oversee credit holds and release decisions, account adjustments, write-off recommendations, and bad debt reviews. Direct daily accounts receivable activity, including cash application, deposits, deductions, credits, adjustments, account reconciliation, and customer master maintenance. Ensure accurate and timely posting of checks, ACH receipts, wire transfers, and credit card payments. Monitor unapplied cash, aged credits, and reconciling items and ensure timely resolution. Lead collection strategy and escalation for past-due and high-risk accounts. Review aging schedules, collection reports, and credit-hold lists to assess progress and prioritize action. Partner with Sales, branch teams, and Customer Service to resolve disputes and payment issues while maintaining productive customer relationships. Identify trends affecting collections and recommend actions to reduce past-due balances and improve Days Sales Outstanding. Lead, coach, train, and develop Credit and Accounts Receivable team members. Prepare clear management reporting on cash collections, aging, credit exposure, disputes, and bad debt risk.