Performant Financial

Director, Accounts Receivable

Performant Financial$139K — $176K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Finance, or related functions
  • 5+ years of leadership experience, including managing teams
  • Demonstrated track record of improving cash performance and operational efficiency
  • Experience in automation, system implementations, or digital transformation within finance
  • Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in BI tools like Tableau or Power BI
  • Familiarity with workflow and automation tools such as RPA
  • Ability to develop scalable, technology-enabled solutions and understand basic accounting principles

Responsibilities

  • Lead comprehensive Accounts Receivable operations including billing, collections, and cash applications
  • Enhance cash flow performance by improving collections and minimizing bad debt
  • Create and implement a roadmap for process optimization and automation
  • Collaborate with IT for implementing new systems and workflow tools to minimize manual tasks
  • Utilize data and analytics to boost leadership insights and drive decision-making
  • Employ AI and predictive insights to enhance collection prioritization and risk identification
  • Standardize AR processes to strengthen controls and ensure compliance
  • Train and mentor a high-performing team while establishing clear goals and responsibilities

Benefits

  • 401k plan with employer match
  • Flexible paid time off and paid holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Prescription drug coverage
Full Job Description

Position Overview

The Director, Accounts Receivable will lead AR operations for a high-growth business unit. This role will own cash performance, drive process excellence, and modernize the end to end process through technology, automation.

You will lead a team of 10 and partner across Finance, Operations, and IT to build scalable, efficient, and tech-enabled AR processes.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead end-to-end AR operations: billing, collections, and cash applications
  • Drive cash performance: improve collections, reduce aging and bad debt
  • Build and execute a roadmap for automation and process optimization across AR workflows
  • Partner with IT and Workday admins to implement systems, integrations, and workflow tools that reduce manual work
  • Leverage data and analytics (e.g., dashboards, BI tools) to improve leadership visibility and decision-making
  • Apply predictive insights / AI-enabled approaches to prioritize collections and identify risks
  • Standardize processes and strengthen controls to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Develop and coach a high-performing team; set clear goals and accountability, including resources in our Global Delivery Center located in India
  • Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders and key clients on AR strategy and performance

What You Bring

  • 10+ years in Accounts Receivable, Finance, or related functions
  • 5+ years leading teams (including managers)
  • Proven ability to improve cash performance and operational efficiency
  • Experience driving automation, system implementations, or digital transformation in finance
  • Strong analytical skills; experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) or similar
  • Familiarity with workflow/automation tools (RPA or equivalent) and system integrations
  • Ability to translate business needs into scalable, technology-enabled solutions
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and close processes
  • Experience with Workday or similar AR systems preferred

What Sets You Apart

  • Data-driven mindset with a focus on measurable outcomes
  • Ability to balance day-to-day execution with strategic transformation
  • Strong communicator who can influence cross-functional stakeholders
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on innovation and efficiency

Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.


Location and Workplace Flexibility

Zelis is headquartered in the U.S., with multiple locations across the country and in Hyderabad, India. Check out our locations to learn more about our offices. All employee work locations are based on the needs of the position and are determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities vary based on work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.


While location expectations vary by role, candidates within approximately 50 miles of a U.S. office are generally preferred to support collaboration when needed. Our hybrid approach is flexible, and in-office presence is guided by team and business needs rather than a fixed weekly schedule.

Base Salary Range

$139,000.00 - $176,700.00

At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

Zelis’ full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees’ health, well-being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

About Performant Financial

Performant Financial Corporation is a business services company that provides technology-enabled recovery and related analytics services in the United States. The company primarily offers recovery services to the government and private clients in various markets, such as healthcare, student loans, and general collections. Performant Financial Corporation was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Livermore, California.
Learn more about Performant Financial
Size
1,269 employees
Market Cap
$237.8 million
Industry
Net Income
-$21.5 million
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
-2.5%
Revenue
$159.7 million
NASDAQ

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