Finance Operations Lead

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• **FULLY REMOTE POSITION****
About Alia ServicesAlia Services is a remote recruitment and payroll services company that supports entrepreneurs, small businesses, mid-sized companies, corporate teams, and candidates. We help organizations grow by connecting them with strong talent through a fast, efficient, and people-focused recruitment process.What We OfferAt Alia Services, we provide:Full-time remote opportunities with potential for overtimeCompetitive compensationA fast-paced, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environmentCoaching, feedback sessions, mentorship, and leadership developmentOpportunities to gain cross-functional experience

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on Lead, Finance Operations to own and optimize our
Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) operations. In this key role, you will
directly drive collections, manage payment applications and vendor communications, perform
ad hoc AR analysis, and ensure smooth, accurate processing of invoices and payments in our
ERP. Your work will have a direct and visible impact on cash flow, customer and vendor
relationships, and overall financial operations excellence. Success in this role means cleaner
books, faster collections, stronger vendor partnerships, and scalable processes that support
company growth.

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Receivable (AR)
• Lead end-to-end collections efforts, including proactive outreach and escalation
management to significantly reduce overdue balances.
• Oversee accurate and timely application of customer payments and perform thorough
reconciliations within the ERP system.
• Conduct regular and ad hoc AR analysis, including aging reports, trend analysis, and AR
forecasting.
• Partner closely with Account Management teams to resolve billing disputes, improve
customer payment behavior, and strengthen overall receivables health.Accounts Payable (AP)
• Manage the complete invoice lifecycle: accurate recording of invoices/bills into the ERP
with proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee payment application to vendor bills and coordinate timely, compliant payment
runs aligned with cash flow priorities and company policies.
• Monitor AP Aging reports.
• Support vendor onboarding

Must-Haves
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in finance operations or accounting, with substantial
direct responsibility for AR collections and AP processes.
• Proven track record in collections management and vendor relationship management.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP platforms and Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables,
advanced formulas, data modeling, and analysis).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to negotiate
effectively with customers and vendors and collaborate across departments.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing
priorities while maintaining high accuracy under deadlines.
• Self-starter mindset with a history of identifying problems and implementing practical
solutions.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

The Right Fit
You are a detail-oriented yet big-picture finance professional who genuinely enjoys the
operational side of AR and AP. You take pride in clean reconciliations, timely collections, and
positive vendor interactions. You are comfortable being both a doer and a leader; happy to
process invoices one moment and present performance insights to management the next. You
communicate with clarity and professionalism, build trust quickly, and are energized by the
opportunity to directly influence cash flow and operational efficiency. If you thrive in
environments where your contributions are visible and valued, and you are excited to help build
scalable, best-in-class finance operations, you will love this role.

What Success Looks LikeFirst 90 Days
• Perform a thorough diagnostic review of current AR and AP processes, producing a
clear gap analysis and prioritized list of quick wins and longer-term improvements.
• Achieve consistency, error-free, and timely processing of all invoices and payments.
• Establish reliable reporting on AR/AP KPIs that leadership can rely on for decision-
making.Long-Term Success
• Successfully champion and implement automation, system enhancements, or process
redesigns that deliver measurable time savings and error reduction in daily AR/APoperations.
• Play a visible role in scaling finance operations in support of company growth, potentially
expanding scope into broader finance projects or leadership opportunities.