Accounts Receivable Team Lead - Panama City, Panama

About World Business Lenders (

World Business Lenders (WBL) provides general purpose short-term real estate collateralized commercial loans to a broad customer base comprised of small and medium sized businesses throughout the United States that lack access to traditional funding.

WBL is a U.S.-based company with a 100% remote workforce.

This is a remote Contract/Consultant position. Generally, working hours will be 9:00am-6:00pm Eastern, Monday through Friday, although hours worked may be greater based upon operational requirements. The job requires excellent oral and written command of the English language. Resumes must be submitted in English.

Essential Functions

• Code and enter customer invoices in Sage and Corpay.
• Oversee the department’s AR Analyst team.
• Process and record manual check and invoice payments.
• Review and verify customer invoices and payment requests.
• Distribute invoices for approval and follow up on payment approvals.
• Conduct weekly reconciliations of AR records in CORPAY / SAGE with the general ledger to ensure accuracy.
• Request and review monthly customer statements, and reconcile AR aging report.
• Ensure compliance with accounts receivable policies, procedures, processes, and internal controls.
• Verify approval on all payment receipts and adjustments.
• Update and maintain customer database.
• Communicate with customers to resolve billing issues and payment discrepancies.
• Process and follow up on rush payments and outstanding invoices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts receivable files.
• Provide support for general administrative tasks related to AR.
• Assist with annual financial reporting and audits, including 1099 generation.
• Lead or participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• 4-5 years of Accounts Payable and General Accounting experience
• 1-3 years of experience in a team leadership role
• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner
• Ability to prioritize and to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP and payment management software
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• High energy, positive attitude, proactive problem solver
• Good interpersonal skills
• You must have your own laptop or desktop to use (the company does not supply equipment)
• Excellent English fluency and communication skills, both written and verbal

• CONTRACT/CONSULTANCY POSITION

• Salary: DOE
• 11 US Paid Holidays per year