Senior Manager Accounts Receivable

Senior Manager Accounts ReceivableLocation: Providence, RI, US, 02903Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees.Position SummaryThe Senior Manager of Accounts Receivable (AR) leads the North America AR function, ensuring timely and accurate billing, collections, and cash application processes. This role is pivotal in maintaining healthy cash flow, minimizing credit risk, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The Senior Manager will be "hands on" with direct responsibility for oversight of and participation in daily accounting and operations, month and quarter-end close and reporting, as well as being a key contributor to the management and implementation of projects. The selected candidate must also be an advocate for process improvement, transparency, teamwork, and maintaining high quality work within the department. The selected candidate will be self-motivated, experienced in leading teams, and will be instrumental in the growth and expansion of the department. This position will interact with various levels of management, must deliver exceptional customer service and build successful relationships interacting cross-functionally, managing projects, and other duties assigned. The ideal candidate will bring strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a collaborative mindset to drive continuous improvement in AR processes.ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy:Lead and mentor a team of AR professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvementServe as the escalation point and subject matter expert for the Sales and Distribution module of SAP, which is employed by global lottery operationsOperations Management:Oversee end-to-end Order to Cash operations including revenue recognition, invoicing, collections, credit management, and reconciliationsMonitor aging reports, identify delinquent accounts, and coordinate with business partners for follow up as neededEnsure accurate and timely month-end close activities, including journal entries, revenue recognition, account reconciliations, and reportingAdditional responsibilities may be assigned to meet business needsProcess Optimization & Compliance:Drive automation and system enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy within the AR functionEnsure compliance with SOX, US GAAP/IFRS, and internal policiesCollaborate with IT and finance transformation teams to identify and implement scalable automation or AI solutionsCross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with Finance, Sales, Legal, Treasury, and Customer Service teams to align AR practices with business needsSupport internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiriesReporting & Analysis:Provide regular reporting on AR metrics, including cash forecasting and aging & collection performanceSupport quarterly and annual financial statement disclosures related to receivablesAd hoc reporting and projects as needed, supporting the North America Controller or other corporate initiativesQualificationsStrong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across levels within the organizationStrong organizational skills enabling simultaneous management of multiple projectsStrong leadership, mentoring and coaching skillsSelf-motivated, results-oriented with ability to take initiativeComfortable in a fast-paced environmentSound judgment and business acumenStrong understanding of internal controlsPreferred Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Accounting10+ years of progressive experience in accounts receivable, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management roleExperience in a multinational, matrixed organization with exposure to global AR practicesProficiency in SAP or similar ERP platformsAdvanced Excel skillsKeys CompetenciesStrategic Thinking & ExecutionCross-Functional CollaborationData-Driven Decision MakingChange Management & Process ImprovementLeadership & Team DevelopmentAt Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $90,746 - $200,000. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable. Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements. All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate. IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.