Team Lead, Accounts Receivable
PointClickCare
Accounting & Finance
Mississauga, ON, Canada
CAD 82k-91k / year + Equity
Position Summary:
Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, the Team Lead, assumes full responsibility for the comprehensive management of large, complex accounts including accounts in the escalations phase, with a particular emphasis on business-to-business collections, account reconciliation, and collaborative engagement with both internal and external stakeholders. This individual will have exemplary verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage and influence senior leaders.
The role of a Team Lead is pivotal in shaping both the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the team. Beyond overseeing day-to-day collections on top key accounts and our escalations strategy, this position is responsible for driving initiatives that optimize cash flow, mitigate financial risk, and support organizational growth.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and sound judgment in navigating complex account scenarios, employing advanced negotiation and resolution strategies to secure payments while prioritizing customer retention and minimizing exposure to bad debt. The incumbent will be expected to prepare portfolio reports for management and actively participate in all escalation activities.
As a subject matter expert, the Team Lead will contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and participate in cross-functional departmental projects, including system migrations. The role also provides critical support to the Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable in the creation, documentation, and delivery of team-level training on new processes, systems, and policies.Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate unwavering commitment to consistently achieving and exceeding monthly key performance indicators (KPIs) and cash collection targets, as established by the Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable. This includes the meticulous preparation, in-depth analysis, and timely submission of all required supporting reports, ensuring data integrity and actionable insights for leadership review.
- Drive initiative-taking and innovative strategies for bad debt reduction by leveraging advanced data analytics for continuous process improvement. Actively monitor and address large at-risk accounts and ensure our escalation files are actioned in a timely manner. This also includes implementing targeted interventions to minimize financial exposure and optimize overall receivables performance. Maintain rigorous standards of accuracy, transparency, and accountability in all reporting and operational activities, ensuring full alignment with organizational objectives.
- Drive efficient collaboration with internal partners to expedite the resolution of customer issues identified through direct engagement, fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving.
- Design and implement innovative processes and solutions aimed at optimizing payment outcomes and reducing the organization’s exposure to bad debt. Develop and maintain comprehensive and technical knowledge of collection processes and systems and leverage it to create training resources, generate reports, identify issues, propose solutions and introduce process improvements.
- Demonstrate a thorough and strategic understanding of both upstream and downstream business functions to proactively resolve cross-functional disputes and drive the creation of customer-focused solutions. Play a key role in the continuous improvement of collection processes, with a strong emphasis on reducing manual interventions and optimizing overall team productivity. Provide hands-on leadership and expertise during the implementation of new systems, ensuring seamless transitions and robust support for all stakeholders involved.
- Foster a culture of operational excellence by promoting best practices, knowledge sharing, and ongoing professional development within the team.
- Provide effective management and mentorship to a team of Escalations Enablement Specialists, ensuring high standards of performance and professional development. Monitor Team performance through recurring 1:1 connects, scheduled meetings, performance evaluation, reporting metrics and provide support to promote work-life balance, healthy member engagement and achievement of AR goals.
Performance Management:
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Process Improvement:
Operational Efficiency:
People Leadership:
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- At least five years of experience in accounts receivable or a related field, with a proven track record in issue resolution and customer engagement.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging stakeholders across all organizational levels.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in data analysis and reporting.
- Proven ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a challenging environment.
- Experience negotiating payment plans using critical thinking and effective questioning techniques.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; familiarity with accounting software such as NetSuite, Billing Platform, and Salesforce is preferred
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, trends, and root causes of accounts receivable challenges.
Preferred Experience:
- Five plus years of AR and collection experience along with leading a Team of direct reports.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Knowledge of healthcare billing and reimbursement processes is a plus.
- Proven adaptability and enthusiasm for continuous learning, with a commitment to leveraging emerging AI-driven solutions to enhance team effectiveness.
- Build cross-functional relationships and initiative to drive results.
82000 - 91000 CAD a year
At PointClickCare, base salary is one of the many components that make up our total rewards package. The Canada base salary range for this position is $82,000 - $91,000 + bonus + benefits, non-overtime eligible. Our salary ranges are determined by job and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for the position across all Canada locations. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by job-related skills and knowledge, relevant experience including professional and lived experience, and/or work location. Your recruiter can share more information about our total rewards package during the hiring process.
