Manager, Accounts Receivable
Manager, Accounts Receivable
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$ 80200 - 100200
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Job Description
Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth.
Planet designs builds and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial environmental and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one.
Customers and users across the globe use Planets data to develop new technologies drive revenue power research and solve our worlds toughest obstacles.
As we control every component of hardware design manufacturing data processing and software engineering our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.
We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.
Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco Washington DC Germany Austria Slovenia and The Netherlands.
About the Role:
Planet is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager. This role is primarily responsible for timely and accurate processing of Planets billing and collections. You will work with customers to identify and resolve billing issues reconcile accounts and drive monthly collections. A successful individual will be self-motivatedsomeone who can recognize how processes can improve and effectively implement positive changes. The candidate must also be able to build cross-functional relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
This is a full-time hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco HQ 3 days per week.
Impact Youll Own:
- Manage Quote to Cash process including order processing invoicing and collections
- Monitor track and enforce AR department policies and procedures identifying inefficiencies proposing and documenting new concepts and procedures
- Review new customer billing/contract set up as well as maintenance and updates to existing customer records
- Create and review billing schedules
- Manage credit card payments and cash reconciliation
- Monitor and maintain the DSO
- Communicate directly with key customer and internal contacts to resolve past due balances
- Provide statement of accounts to customers as requested
- Careful review of all invoices before they are sent to the customers
- Manage customer portals and vendor registrations
- Follow up with Customer Success team on order fulfillment
- Run credit checks for new partners and customers
- Keep accurate and detailed customer collection notes in system of record
- Record bad debt provisions per company policy
- Manage tax exemption certificates for resellers/customers
- Assist with monthly quarterly and yearly close processes including preparation of month end journal entries as needed
- Prepare AR-related disclosures
- Hire train and mentor team members including offshore team
- Assist with ad hoc reporting and projects as needed
What You Bring:
- 4 years in a role with a similar scope and 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Experience with NetSuite and Salesforce
- Unquestionable ethics and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive data
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or other quantitative major
- Experience working effectively across internal and external organizations
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Highly proficient in Excel
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
- Agile approach to problem solving
Application Deadline:
September 30 2025 by 11:59 PM PDT
Benefits While Working at Planet:
These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location based upon applicable law or company policy.
- Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
- 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Home Office Reimbursement
- Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
- Equity
- Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
- Volunteering Paid Time Off
Compensation:
The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
San Francisco Salary Range
$80200 - $100200 USD
Why we care so much about Belonging.
Were dedicated to helping the whole Planet and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. Thats why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belongingdreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you but youre thinking you might not have all the qualifications please... do apply! At Planet we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We dont just fill positions we aspire to fulfill peoples careers most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be so we hope youre excited to come along for the ride.
EEO statement:
Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race religious creed color national origin ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth and breastfeeding age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Know Your Rights.
Accommodations:
Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
