Commercial Finance Sr Mgr

APi Elevator is the fastest growing independent elevator service provider in the US. We provide elevator maintenance, repair, and modernization services, operating in 58 markets across 22 states and we are poised for significant growth through our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction which drives our vision to elevate the experience for everyone involved. Elevated was recently acquired by APi Group (NYSE APG), a $9B annual revenue, publicly traded company, market-leading provider of business solutions, safety, and specialty services. At APi Group, we live our enduring purpose to Build Great Leaders.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Commercial Finance Senior Manager to lead two key efforts for APi Elevator.

(1) Develop our commercial finance capabilities through processes, reporting, & analysis focused on customer, line of business, & geographic market growth & profitability – Through both organic growth & inorganic/M&A efforts

(2) Enhance our Credit, Billing, & Collections (CBC) processes collaborating with Sales, Operations, Billing, Collections, & Leadership teams to drive improvement in customer collections, aged invoices, and days sales outstanding (DSO)

This role will report directly to APi Elevator Chief Financial Officer and work closely with our APi Elevator Senior Leadership Team and across our Sales, Operations, & Collections teams to drive customer & business growth & profitability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in financial statement analysis & interpretation and commercial finance experience as a business partner to drive growth & profitability analysis & improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Commercial Finance
• Lead development & ongoing publishing of reporting & financial analysis at customer & line of business
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and other business leaders to identify growth opportunities, optimize customer and product/service mix, strengthen pricing strategies, and improve margins and overall profitability
• Support Sales & Operations teams in proposal generation with pricing & profitability analysis
• Develop and monitor key financial and commercial KPIs, deliver actionable performance reporting, and challenge assumptions to identify opportunities for profitable growth, improved resource allocation, and long-term value creation
2. Credit, Billing, & Collections (CBC)
• Lead CBC activities to improve accounts receivable performance, reduce aged receivables, and optimize Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) in alignment with organizational targets and financial objectives
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Billing, Collections, and Leadership to resolve customer account issues, remove barriers to timely payment, improve cash flow, and drive accountability for collection performance across the organization
• Establish and execute effective credit risk management, collections prioritization, and escalation strategies to minimize overdue balances, mitigate bad debt exposure, and accelerate cash conversion while balancing customer relationships and business growth
• Collaborate with Billing, Sales, and Operations to address invoicing errors, contractual discrepancies, and customer disputes, streamline billing processes, and reduce payment delays and recurring root causes of aged receivables
• Monitor and report key CBC metrics, including DSO, aging of receivables, overdue balances, collection effectiveness, and billing accuracy – Provide actionable insights to leadership, drive cross-functional improvement initiatives, and establish clear ownership and accountability for delivering sustainable performance improvements
3. Business Partnering & Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Act as a trusted financial advisor to APi Elevator Senior Leadership Team & other stakeholders by providing strategic insights and recommendations on Revenue, profitability, cost controls, and financial risks
• Collaborate cross-functionally to translate financial insights into actionable business strategies, support operational decision-making, and drive sustainable revenue & profitability growth
• Lead initiatives to improve growth, efficiency, & effectiveness throughout our business

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree; CPA or MBA preferred
• 7-10 years of progressive experience across both accounting and financial analysis
• Strong business partnering skills, with a proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, especially with senior leadership
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to perform detailed financial analysis and create complex financial models
• Industry experience with elevator service, construction, or industrial services is a plus
• Proficiency in accounting software & ERP systems; familiarity with Salesforce/Certinia is a plus

Why Join Us?

This is a newly created position due to a recent acquisition, providing significant opportunities for career growth. As part of APi Group, a leader in life safety, security monitoring, and specialty services, we are committed to investing in teammate development and unlocking leadership potential within every team member.

Work Environment and Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule: Onsite Tuesday through Thursday in Tampa office; remote flexibility on Monday and Friday
• Competitive benefits
• Collaborative, dynamic, and growth-focused culture
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing, publicly traded company
• Medical & Life Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave