Centric Brands · 22 hours ago
VP of Shared Services
Greensboro, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expCentric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective focused on innovation and customer satisfaction. They are seeking a VP of Shared Services to lead the Accounts Receivable, Deductions Management, and Accounts Payable verticals, ensuring financial objectives are met and supporting strategic initiatives through effective leadership and collaboration.
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Responsibilities
Form and direct the strategic vision and operating model for Shared Services across Accounts Receivable, Deductions Management and Accounts Payable
Oversee performance, service delivery, and process outcomes across teams led by functional managers
Advance standardization, scalability, and continuous improvement
Guide teams in setting priorities, allocating resources, and elevating operational performance
Develop, mentor, and support team members, building strong relationships through regular in-person interaction
Present operational insights, risks, and recommendations to senior finance leadership
Steer strategy across credit, collections and cash application
Develop scalable operating models to support a growing domestic and international businesses
Drive improvements in collection strategies; reduce days sales outstanding
Effectively manage risk by monitoring customer credit profiles, outstanding receivables and projected shipping volumes; proactively engage senior leadership to share findings and recommendations and align on future actions
Provide decision support to senior leaders by reviewing dashboards, aging trends and risk exposures
Enhance credit processes and reporting; drive operational rigor in collections and oversee the implementation of A/R software solutions
Optimize service delivery from third party receivables servicing partner
Engage directly with A/R teams on-site to review aging, resolve complex accounts, and ensure consistent execution
Work with Sales, Logistics, Customer Service and Sourcing leaders to address and reduce the volume of customer deductions
Drive best in class processes to analyze, process and recover on deductions
Lead deductions reporting and analysis activities; drive innovation; develop more robust KPIs; provide useful, timely information to senior leadership
Lead cross-functional monthly deductions meetings, reinforcing alignment through direct engagement with partners
Lead efforts to optimize the use of High Radius, the Company’s deductions management software
Guide procure-to-pay performance including vendor management, invoice processing, approvals and disbursements
Champion enhancements in cycle time, accuracy, vendor satisfaction, and payment optimization
Ensure adherence to internal controls, segregation of duties, and corporate policies across A/P operations
Oversee the implementation of invoice routing and procure-to-pay software
Manage supply chain finance programs
Work closely with A/P teams on-site to monitor workflow, address process bottlenecks, and strengthen vendor-facing responsiveness
Direct the relationship, governance structure, and performance expectations for third-party support partners
Continue to evolve SLAs, KPIs and service delivery benchmarks across all three verticals
Enhance and standardize reporting to key stakeholders through dashboards, routine operational reviews and similar formats
Evaluate performance and guide corrective actions or process improvements where needed
Partner with IT on systems upgrades, integrations, and automation initiatives
Further develop documentation, policies, and controls that support audits and operational effectiveness
Collaboratively manage working capital with Treasury and FP&A
Function as a key point of contact for auditors
Synthesize operational data into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership
Monitor internal controls, risk exposures, and compliance adherence; escalate issues when appropriate
Optimize relationship with A/P and Deductions Management outsource service provider
Engage directly with teams and stakeholders on-site to support problem solving, strengthen operating rhythms, and ensure alignment across functions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
15+ years of progressive experience in accounting operations and / or shared services
Extensive experience with wholesale accounts receivable (credit, collections, cash application), deductions management and accounts payable
Previous experience with companies engaged in wholesale distribution of apparel, accessories, or other consumer products
Demonstrated ability to present operational insights and recommendations to senior executives
Demonstrated change agent with prior leadership roles involving transformation, systems implementations and process innovation / re-engineering
Prior experience leading and inspiring large teams and with outsource service providers
Understanding of relevant U.S. GAAP and internal controls
Preferred
Familiarity with customer compliance programs, routing guides, EDI workflows, and similar processes
Working knowledge of SAP
CPA, CMA, MBA, or similar advanced credential
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Matching 401(k)
Summer Fridays
Generous PTO
Merchandise discounts
Excellent career development opportunities
Company
Centric Brands
Centric Brands is an apparel and accessories company that sells accessories for children, women, and men.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Rabin
Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Gluckman
Senior Vice President/Division Head of Soft Accessories and Seasonal Footwear
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