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.

Find Accounts Receivable Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Search Accounts Receivable Specialist jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities from employers seeking experienced finance and accounting professionals. Review role requirements, responsibilities, and compensation information to identify positions that fit your expertise and next career move.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in financial accuracy and reporting as a Senior Accountant. Engage in daily operations, month-end close, and process improvements while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Accountant, driving financial reporting excellence and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes, resolve complex IFRS issues, and deliver accurate fi...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $95K *

Lead accounting operations across multiple locations, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Manage month-end and year-end closes, and support financial reporting while driving process improvements and a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $125K *

Seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a dynamic team, enhance technical rigor, and streamline financial processes. Drive month-end closes, supervise staff, and ensure compliance while fostering collab...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing complex billing and collections processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cash flow and resolve disputes while leading a team of specialists in a dynamic en...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $89K *

Support payroll operations by ensuring accurate processing, compliance, and data integrity across HRIS systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payroll execution and maintain strong...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial management and project oversight. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure compliance, analyze costs, and track budgets while fostering strong relationship...

Kincardine, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $95K *

Lead financial reporting and budgeting for government contracts. Utilize your expertise in grant reimbursement preparation and budget management to enhance operational efficiency and support program s...

1 month ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence in revenue accounting while leading a high-performing team. Oversee daily financial activities, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements to support growth and...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $110K *

Drive financial accuracy and compliance by managing general ledger activities, month-end closes, and inventory accounting in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to e...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality accounting services. As a Senior Accountant, you'll oversee junior staff, manage client relationships, and ensure timely financial reporting for...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Accountant, driving cost accounting and inventory valuation while ensuring data integrity in a dynamic ERP environment post-merger. Collaborate with teams to enhance...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial reporting by overseeing cost accounting and inventory valuation. Leverage ERP expertise to ensure data integrity and streamline processes post-merger. Collaborate with teams to enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Create scalable revenue accounting systems to automate processes and ensure accurate recognition for diverse revenue models. Collaborate closely with your team to design and implement cutting-edge sol...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $125K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing Accounts Payable and Expense operations, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations. Drive process improvements and collaborate across depart...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial accuracy and efficiency. As a Senior Accountant, you'll manage key accounting functions, support audits, and drive process improvements while collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion financial integrity by managing project accounting for federal contracts. Oversee cost tracking, billing, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive process improve...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of finance by overseeing month-end closing, enhancing accounting processes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced biotech...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $97K *

Join a dynamic team to manage billing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with attorneys and clients. Drive efficiency in billing operations and enhance client service thro...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$104K - $117K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transit infrastructure by overseeing complex real estate and environmental projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful property acquis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team as a key partner in revenue operations, collaborating with sales leadership to drive growth, manage forecasting, and enhance business strategies across multiple units. Embrace inno...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the full sales cycle across diverse e-commerce merchants. As a founding Account Executive, you'll prospect, educate, and close deals while shaping our sales strategy and playbook in a fast-paced...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $139K *

Champion the optimization and management of our revenue technology stack, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and streamline operations. Drive strategic initiatives an...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K - $136K *

Unlock your potential by developing and maintaining plant operating procedures to ensure safe and compliant operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety culture and streamline processes in a d...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $210K *

Join a team that's driving the adoption of innovative medical technologies in women's health. This key role focuses on consultative sales and strategic account management to enhance the utilization of...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.