Accounts Receivable Manager

Raleigh, NC | Direct Placement

The Accounts Receivable Manager leads receivables activities for a dynamic, growth‑oriented life sciences organization operating in a highly compliance‑driven environment. This role is accountable for billing precision, collection efficiency, and stewardship of customer and AR data while maintaining alignment with contractual obligations and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Direct all core receivables activities, including customer billing, payment posting, discrepancy management, collections, and balance reconciliation.Ensure invoices are generated accurately and consistently with contractual pricing, chargeback arrangements, government pricing requirements, wholesaler agreements, and specialty distribution models.Oversee the application of customer payments to maintain accurate AR balances and minimize unapplied cash.Establish and maintain customer accounts, including credit review and limit management, in collaboration with commercial and field teams.Analyze receivables aging and proactively implement actions to improve cash flow, shorten collection cycles, and reduce outstanding balances.Lead the investigation and resolution of payment variances such as short pays, deductions, and disputes stemming from pricing differences, rebates, returns, or contract terms.Apply a process‑driven, scalable approach to AR operations, identifying opportunities for efficiency and continuous improvement.Maintain adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to pharmaceutical revenue and accounts receivable activities, including:Government pricing and reimbursement considerations that impact invoice accuracyTransparency and reporting awareness related to customer payment activityContract execution, documentation, and audit readinessServe as a key point of contact for audit support, preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for both internal reviews and external examinations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting5-8 years experience in successfully leading a team in the Accounts Receivable functionAbility to drive continuous improvement of AR workflows, internal controls, and automationAbility to organize the team to maintain SOPs and and ensure team members follow standardized processes

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

CPA/MBA Experience in implementing S/4 HANA is a plusJob Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Raleigh, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

15% bonus - scorecard of EBITA, revenue and cash flow

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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