Our Client, General Plumbing Supply Co., is a long-established, family-owned wholesale distribution company serving Northern California with multiple branch locations and business segments across plumbing, PVF, showroom, and contractor supply operations.
We are currently focused on operational alignment, process improvement, ERP/data optimization, and strengthening financial accountability across the organization as part of a broader modernization initiative.
Position Summary
General Plumbing Supply Co. is seeking an experienced Accounting Operations & Credit Manager to lead the day-to-day accounting operations, credit, collections, and receivables management functions of the business.
This role is highly operational and hands-on, serving as a key internal leader responsible for maintaining strong financial discipline, supporting branch operations, improving process consistency, and helping drive healthy cash flow management across the company.
The position works closely with executive leadership and alongside an external CPA/financial consulting partner who provides higher-level accounting and strategic financial support. Reports to the Managing Director.
This is not a traditional corporate Controller or CFO role. We are seeking a strong operational accounting and credit leader with excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills within a wholesale distribution environment.
Key Responsibilities
Credit & Collections Leadership
Lead company-wide credit and collections operations
Review and manage customer credit limits and account exposure
Monitor AR aging and collection trends across all branches
Work directly with customers, sales teams, and branch leadership on account resolution
Reduce bad debt risk and improve overall cash flow performance
Maintain consistent credit policies and procedures
Accounts Receivable Management
Oversee daily AR workflows and team performance
Ensure timely application of payments and account reconciliation
Improve collection efficiency and reporting visibility
Assist in resolving customer billing discrepancies and disputes
Accounting Operations
Coordinate daily accounting operations across AR/AP functions
Assist with month-end close coordination and reconciliation workflows
Support accounting process standardization across branch locations
Maintain organized financial documentation and operational controls
Support ERP process improvement initiatives within Epicor Eclipse
Accounts Payable Coordination
Oversee AP workflow coordination and payment processes
Assist with vendor account management and payment timing oversight
Help monitor working capital and cash flow requirements
Leadership & Cross-Functional Support
Manage and mentor accounting support staff
Serve as accounting support resource for branch managers and department leaders
Coordinate closely with operations, purchasing, sales, and executive leadership
Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
External CPA / Financial Consultant Partnership
Work collaboratively with outside CPA and financial consulting partners
Assist with preparation of financial schedules and supporting documentation
Support audit, tax, and financial review processes
Help implement accounting and operational improvements
Preferred Qualifications
Required Experience
5+ years of accounting, AR, credit, or accounting operations experience
Experience within wholesale distribution, construction supply, industrial supply, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or related industries is strongly preferred
Strong credit and collections management background
Experience managing accounting support staff
ERP system experience required
QuickBooks experience required
Preferred Skills
Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work effectively with operations and sales teams
Organized, process-oriented, and detail-focused
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced multi-branch environment
Experience with Epicor Eclipse or distribution ERP systems preferred
Strong Excel and reporting skills
Compensation & Benefits
Expected annual compensation range: $110,000 – $135,000k depending on experience
Annual bonus opportunity
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid time off
Long-term growth opportunity within a stable and growing organization