Vice President, Global Head of Accounts Receivable

Job Description

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Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Vice President, Global Head of Accounts Receivable in our Finance Operations team.

We are seeking a Global Head of Accounts Receivable to lead the execution, governance, and transformation of our Order-to-Cash (O2C) processes across a global, multi-entity organization. Reporting to the Global Head of Finance Operations, this role will drive working capital performance, enhance cash flow visibility, and strengthen operational discipline across regions.

This is a high-impact leadership role focused on delivering scalable, standardized, and high-performing receivables and collections operations.

Location: This position will be based out of our London, New York or Purchase New York office. We strive for collaboration, which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long-lasting careers.

Our business, your impact, our opportunity:

What You’ll Be Doing…

• Own and lead the global end-to-end Accounts Receivable and Order-to-Cash process

• Oversee collections, cash application, and dispute resolution across regions

• Drive improvements in working capital through effective receivables and collections strategies

• Partner with Treasury and Finance to support cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning

• Monitor and improve key metrics such as DSO, collection effectiveness, and aged receivables

• Establish standardized AR processes, policies, and procedures across markets

• Ensure strong governance, controls, and compliance across receivables operations

• Partner with business finance and operations teams to resolve billing and collection issues

• Lead automation and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and visibility

• Build and develop a high-performing global team focused on accountability and continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring…

• 10+ years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, or finance operations, including leadership roles

• Strong expertise in Order-to-Cash processes, working capital management, and cash flow dynamics

• Experience operating in global, multi-entity environments with complex billing and collections structures

• Proven track record of driving process standardization and operational performance improvement

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset

• Experience with ERP systems, finance platforms, and reporting tools

• Ability to influence and partner effectively with stakeholders across Finance and the business

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.

Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms.  The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance.

We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. 

Below is a summary of some of the benefits we offer, which may vary depending on the country:

• Health & Wellness Benefits

• Retirement & Savings Plans

• Global Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits

Below is a summary of our current comprehensive U.S. benefit programs:

• Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
• Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
• Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
• Vision benefits
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
• Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
• Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
• Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tax-Free Commuter Benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits

U.S. Salary Range: $165,000 to $225,000.  Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.

Who we are and what we stand for:

At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide.

Life at Sompo page

Our values come to life in how we hire and grow talent. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the recruiter in charge.