Who We Are:

Archipelago Companies, a portfolio of highly successful consumer lifestyle brands, is seeking a talented and passionate individual with an entrepreneurial mindset to join our team. Our brands, including OluKai, Kaenon, Melin, Roark, are leaders in their respective markets, offering high-quality products and authentic marketing stories direct to consumers. At Archipelago Companies, we pride ourselves on our commitment to integrity, and we strive to create a culture of excellence in everything we do. If you are a driven and innovative individual with a passion for consumer brands, we invite you to apply for our open position and become a part of our dynamic and growing team.

About The Role:

The Accounts Receivable Senior Credit Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the credit and collections process and team within an organization. The primary role of the Senior Credit Manager is to ensure that the company’s credit policies and procedures are followed, and customer accounts are managed effectively to minimize risk and maximize cash flow.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Credit Manager who possesses strong AR/Credit skills, leadership, and system skills. This individual will manage our Archipelago Companies brands which include OluKai, Roark, Melin and Kaenon. They will be responsible for supervising a team of credit and collection professionals and providing support for the Sales and Finance departments.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop, initiate and maintain effective credit, collection, and cash application procedures.
• Perform credit investigations, including SICA, Riemer credit reports to assess and determine credit worthiness and credit limits by analyzing financial statements, credit reports and payment history.
• Direct oversight of account management and collection of select territories.
• Risk assessment: Identify potential credit risks and take appropriate measures to mitigate risks.
• Prepare reports and attend credit meetings to review account status and recommend corrective action.
• Supervise AR/Credit team – cash collection goals, AR aging, bad debt and AR reserve analysis, 3rd party collection process.
• Review all new credit applications and make credit approvals.
• Develop skills of Credit department personnel through training and supervision.
• Knowledge and understanding of proper accounting treatment for accounts receivable transactions and activities.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of collection experience as B2B credit/collections manager
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent analytical skills
• Attention to detail a must
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, while working between brands
• Resourceful, hands-on, and able to sense urgency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and interact with others in a professional manner
• Strong decision-making skills and Management skills
• Industry experience
• This is an in office position, mandatory 4 days in the office Monday to Thursday with the flexibility to work from home on Friday; this is subject to change at any time at the discretion based on organization needs.

Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 plus opportunity for annual bonus; salary is based on the experience that you bring to the position.

Location: This is an in-office position, minimum of 4 days per week in office with the option to work from home 1 day per week, in Irvine, CA. This work schedule is subject to change without notice as per company guidelines.

Benefits and Perks:

• Complimentary chef prepared breakfast and lunch provided Monday – Thursday.
• Generous product gift program and all brand discounts.
• Growth opportunities within the Archipelago family of brands: OluKai, Kaenon, Melin, Roark.
• 5 year and 10 year Anniversary gifts to Hawaii and other desirable destinations
• Wellness program, including but not limited to in-office gym and group fitness classes.
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance in accordance with plan guidelines.
• Company paid life insurance.
• 401k with employer match in accordance with plan guidelines.
• 15 Days of PTO plus one additional day of PTO every year on your anniversary and 3 Floating Holidays per year.
• Paid beach and giveback days, bi annual team building events and other in person celebrations.
• Work with talented and great people who share a love of the ocean lifestyle.
• OluKai is a Certified B Corporation with paid company service days.
• Dog friendly office.

Archipelago Companies values a diverse, inclusive, and entrepreneurial workforce and culture, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@arch-cos.com. Archipelago will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.