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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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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$130K *

Accelerate growth by driving new customer acquisition and enhancing usage within your base. This role demands integrity, accountability, and a commitment to customer satisfaction while meeting sales o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the Order-to-Cash function, optimizing strategy, ensuring effective execution, and leveraging AI tools for automation in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by overseeing full-cycle accounting, enhancing processes, and supporting ERP initiatives. Leverage your expertise to guide a high-performing team and co...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $91K *

Champion financial stewardship by managing program accounting, reporting, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial information and support sound business decisions, e...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of ACH risk management by reviewing transactions, conducting audits, and providing advisory support. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure compliance while stayin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $180K *

Unlock potential by taking ownership of our month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and reliability in financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to enhance accounting practices and drive effici...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $90K *

Engineer compliant government contracts for optimal utilization and growth. As a key liaison, oversee negotiation, execution, and ongoing compliance while ensuring all processes align with public-sect...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's focused on ensuring a compliant contracting experience for public-sector clients. Lead the contract lifecycle, from negotiation to compliance monitoring, while collaborating across...

Lewisburg, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive strategic oversight of student financial services, enhancing accessibility and retention. Lead initiatives for compliance, technology integration, and operational efficiency while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on driving revenue growth by acquiring new clients and expanding existing relationships in the Securities Class Action Services sector. Leverage your sales expertise to meet...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $192K *

Join a dynamic team as you engage healthcare providers, drive product adoption, and enhance patient access to innovative therapies. Leverage your sales expertise to exceed goals and collaborate with c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $192K *

Drive commercial performance by engaging healthcare providers and optimizing patient access to innovative therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches and enhance cus...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Empower student financial success by leading billing, collections, and compliance efforts. Oversee operations, ensure regulatory adherence, and enhance the student experience through collaboration and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Empower student success by leading the strategic management of billing, payments, and collections. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and enhance the student financial experience whil...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$123K - $190K *

Transform Invoice-to-Cash operations by leading billing, collections, and cash application teams. Drive performance improvements, enhance customer experience, and ensure compliance while managing comp...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Advance the future of accounting by supporting complex analyses and reporting under U.S. GAAP and IFRS. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure clarity in technical conclusions, enhance policies, and...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive technical accounting excellence by researching, analyzing, and implementing U.S. GAAP and IFRS standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate complex transactions into clear financial ou...

Boise, IDRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's central to global revenue accounting operations, ensuring precise revenue recognition and compliance. Contribute to month-end close, reconciliations, and audits in a dynamic environ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with standards. Collaborate with finance teams to deliver timely reports and support audits, e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $95K *

Join a dynamic finance team to manage daily accounting operations, ensure compliance, and deliver accurate financial reporting. Your expertise will support month-end closings and audits, driving effic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $110K *

Join our team to empower the billing department by managing e-billing processes, ensuring compliance, and facilitating accurate invoice submissions. Collaborate with attorneys and clients to streamlin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Champion the e-billing process by ensuring accurate client invoicing and compliance. Collaborate with attorneys and billing teams to set up new matters, resolve invoice issues, and maintain reporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Help us manage client receivables and enhance collection strategies by collaborating with internal teams and clients to ensure timely payments and resolve outstanding issues effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Empower financial accuracy by managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and collaborating across teams to enhance processes and reporting efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at financial reporting and accounting controls, ensuring accurate month-end closes and reconciliations. Collaborate with teams to provide training and support while analyzing proje...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.