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Specialist, Enterprise Collections Strategy
Specialist, Enterprise Collections StrategyABM Industries • Sugar Land, TX, US
Specialist, Enterprise Collections Strategy

Specialist, Enterprise Collections Strategy

ABM Industries • Sugar Land, TX, US
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Position Overview

The Specialist, Enterprise Collections Strategy will lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide collections strategies to maximize cash flow and improve overall receivables performance. This role is responsible for overseeing collections operations, partnering closely with Operations and Finance teams, and serving as a key liaison with FP&A to ensure cash flow targets are achieved. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in collections management, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making, with strong relationship-building and influencing skills to drive strategic outcomes across the organization. Experience with Oracle Advanced Collections is essential to effectively design, implement, and optimize enterprise collections practices.

Benefit Information :

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more details, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Staff & Management .

Key Responsibilities

Collections Strategy & Execution

  • Develop and implement the enterprise collections strategy to optimize cash collections and minimize past-due balances.
  • Drive consistency and standardization across collections practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Leverage Oracle Advanced Collections functionality to manage, monitor, and improve collections processes.
  • Use data analytics to monitor collections performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
  • Ensure alignment of collections strategy with broader business and financial objectives.

Operations Leadership & Influence

  • Partner with Operations leaders to embed collections strategies into day-to-day business processes.
  • Build strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders across Operations to influence behaviors that support improved payment performance and dispute resolution.
  • Act as a change champion, guiding Operations teams toward shared accountability for receivables outcomes.
  • FP&A Partnership

  • Serve as a strategic liaison with FP&A, ensuring accurate cash flow forecasting and alignment with collections outcomes.
  • Provide insights into collections performance and risks that may impact financial planning.
  • Support scenario modeling and business planning through collections data and analysis.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Governance

  • Collaborate with Finance, Sales, and Customer Support teams to resolve escalated collections issues.
  • Drive governance and compliance across collections activities, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Present collections strategy updates, performance results, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in collections management, credit risk, or financial operations, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience designing and executing enterprise-level collections strategies.
  • Hands-on expertise with Oracle Advanced Collections (required).
  • Strong financial acumen, with deep knowledge of cash flow management and forecasting.
  • Proficiency with ERP / financial systems (e.g., Oracle Financials, SAP, or NetSuite) and advanced Excel / analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships.
  • Experience with process improvement methodologies and technology enablement for collections is a plus.
  • Competencies

  • Strategic Leadership – Ability to design and lead enterprise-wide collections strategies aligned to business goals.
  • Influence & Relationships – Builds trusted partnerships and uses influence with Operations and other stakeholders to drive results.
  • Financial Insight – Strong understanding of cash flow, forecasting, and collections impact on financial health.
  • Oracle Expertise – Skilled in leveraging Oracle Advanced Collections to optimize collection performance.
  • Operational Excellence – Skilled in process optimization, automation, and performance measurement.
  • Collaboration – Effective partner to FP&A, Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure shared success.
  • Results-Oriented – Focused on delivering measurable improvements in collections
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