Director of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

Position Title: Director of Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

Location
:
Brea, CA – On-Site

Assignment Type: Permanent Hire

Compensation: $120,000 – $160,000 / year

Work Schedule: M-F 9-5

Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable to lead and oversee both functions across a multi-entity organization. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for strengthening processes, improving cash flow, establishing internal controls, and developing a high-performing AR and AP team.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction, manufacturing, or another complex multi-entity environment, along with a strong understanding of billing, collections, payables, cash application, vendor management, and month-end close. This individual will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to improve processes, increase efficiency, and provide greater visibility into cash flow and working capital.

• Lead the end-to-end Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions across multiple entities.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve AR and AP processes, policies, controls, and reporting standards.
• Establish and monitor key performance metrics related to aging, collections, DSO, cash conversion, DPO, payment timeliness, and invoice processing.
• Lead, mentor, and develop AR and AP teams while establishing clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards.
• Oversee billing, collections, cash application, short-pays, retention, intercompany transactions, and account reconciliations.
• Manage the full AP cycle, including invoice intake, coding, approvals, vendor management, payment processing, and three-way matching when applicable.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure accurate vendor records and timely payments.
• Partner with Project Management, Operations, Compliance, Accounting, and other departments to resolve billing, documentation, and payment issues.
• Develop standardized processes and procedures across multiple business units and entities.
• Provide guidance on contract billing, payment terms, retention, change orders, and other factors impacting collections and cash flow.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, audit readiness, and banking-related AR/AP requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements within the ERP and related accounting systems.
• Prepare reporting and recommendations for executive leadership regarding cash flow, receivables, payables, aging, and overall process performance.
• Help establish scalable procedures that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and support continued organizational growth.

• 10+ years of progressive Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and/or Collections experience.
• Significant experience within construction, manufacturing, heavy civil, or another complex multi-entity environment.
• 5+ years of management or leadership experience overseeing accounting teams.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of full-cycle AP, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, vendor management, payment runs, and internal controls.
• Strong AR and collections experience, including cash application, aging management, retention, and resolving account discrepancies.
• Experience improving processes, reducing outstanding receivables, and strengthening AP controls.
• Strong understanding of contract-based billing and payment processes.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP/accounting systems;
  Sage Intacct experience is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both accounting and operational…