Accounts Receivable Specialist Jobs

Explore Accounts Receivable Specialist opportunities with organizations seeking experienced professionals to manage customer billing, payments, collections, and account reconciliations. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find high-level opportunities that match your skills and career goals.

What Does an Accounts Receivable Specialist Do?

Accounts Receivable Specialists help maintain accurate financial records and healthy cash flow. Typical responsibilities include preparing invoices, applying customer payments, resolving billing discrepancies, reconciling accounts, monitoring aging reports, and following up on overdue balances. Depending on the employer and seniority of the role, specialists may also support credit reviews, process improvements, reporting, and coordination with sales, finance, and customer service teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with accounts receivable processes, invoicing, collections, reconciliations, and accounting systems or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Strong candidates bring attention to detail, analytical thinking, clear communication, customer-service skills, and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. Advanced spreadsheet skills and familiarity with financial controls can also be valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Accounts Receivable Specialist job titles and responsibilities vary by company, industry, and level of experience. Senior or specialized positions may involve complex portfolios, high-volume transactions, team leadership, or ownership of process improvements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; compensation and requirements vary by employer and location, so review each listing for details.

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$80K - $95K *

Drive financial excellence by managing general ledger accounting, month-end close, and fixed asset processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows through automation and AI, while paving your p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$144K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining derivative accounting by managing complex client portfolios. Leverage your expertise in ASC 815 and IFRS 9 to drive effective hedge accounting solutions while collaborati...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $175K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role as a Senior Derivative Accountant, managing complex derivative instruments and hedge accounting for diverse clients while ensuring compliance with ASC 815 and IF...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Optimize treasury operations by conducting advanced financial analysis, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with banks and business units to align strategies, enhance processes, a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$54K - $108K *

Engage in client billing and revenue processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance operations through technology. Manage invoicing and financ...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming accounts payable operations by implementing best practices, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while effectively...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Empower a dynamic team by taking charge of revenue accounting tasks, from managing accounts receivable to generating insightful sales reports, ensuring accuracy according to GAAP and enhancing operati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $121K *

Lead collections strategy for complex U.S. Enterprise accounts, ensuring timely payments while maintaining strong customer relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to lead and optimize the accounts payable function, managing a skilled group in a dynamic environment while enhancing efficiency and ensuring compliance in all financial operations...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through effective contract management. In this role, you'll draft, negotiate, and finalize agreements, ensuring compliance with university policies w...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Transform revenue cycle operations by leading teams in admissions, billing, collection, and denials. Drive continuous improvement and strategic alignment across departments to maximize efficiency and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in financial reporting and operational support. Contribute as a Senior Accountant, enhancing systems and processes while providing critical insights for deci...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the financial landscape as a Senior Accountant by managing the general ledger, driving reporting accuracy, and collaborating closely with operations to enhance financial processes and systems wi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $145K *

Elevate operational excellence in financial reporting by managing key accounting processes, mentoring a dedicated team, and driving improvements. Collaborate across departments to refine practices whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing corporate actions processing across global markets. Leverage your expertise in asset servicing to ensure timely and accurate execution while collaborating wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $192K *

Accelerate commercial success by engaging healthcare providers and driving product adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize patient access and outcomes while executing territory b...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $192K *

Drive commercial performance by engaging healthcare providers and optimizing patient access. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches and enhance customer relationships, ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$167K - $250K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic Revenue Recognition Accounting Team. Lead technical accounting initiatives, collaborate across functions, and drive continuous improvement in a transformative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$167K - $250K *

Join a team that's transforming revenue accounting by leading technical expertise and operational initiatives. Collaborate across functions to enhance financial reporting and drive continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of accounts payable operations by leading a dynamic team, driving process improvements, and enhancing compliance. Oversee vendor payments and implement automation initiatives to optim...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging RPA technologies to design, develop, and deploy scalable automation solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure com...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $192K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving commercial performance in healthcare. Engage with providers, build relationships, and support innovative therapies while collaborating with cross-functional par...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of accurate inventory accounting and compliance, supporting financial reporting and controls. Drive efficiencies across finance and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial excellence by leading a team of accountants, ensuring timely delivery of accurate financial statements, and fostering strong client relationships while adhering to accounting principle...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence and client satisfaction by leading revenue cycle teams, managing billing, collections, and compliance processes, while fostering continuous improvement and collaboration a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Accounts Receivable Specialist do?question toggle

    An Accounts Receivable Specialist manages billing and incoming payments, applies cash, reconciles customer accounts, investigates discrepancies, monitors past-due balances, and supports collections and financial reporting.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Accounts Receivable Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for accounts receivable or accounting experience, familiarity with invoicing and collections, proficiency with accounting or ERP software, spreadsheet skills, and strong attention to detail and communication.

  • What skills are important for an Accounts Receivable Specialist?question toggle

    Key skills include account reconciliation, cash application, collections, analytical problem-solving, accuracy, organization, customer communication, and the ability to manage deadlines.

  • How much do Accounts Receivable Specialists earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, and job scope. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details and qualifications.

  • Where can I find Accounts Receivable Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Accounts Receivable Specialist opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each job listing for responsibilities, location, and compensation.