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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$82K - $97K *

Grow your career with our elite accounting team, tackling complex financial issues and driving insightful analysis to enhance business processes and stakeholder collaboration in a fast-paced environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive strategic tax initiatives and ensure compliance across multi-state operations. As a key leader, you'll manage tax provisions, compliance, and audits, while collaborating with external pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of corporate accounting by managing month-end processes, mentoring a skilled team, and driving compliance with IFRS. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and support e...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

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

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

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

$142K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K *

Shape the future of financial operations by leading compliance, reporting, and process improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance accounting practices and mentor junior staff in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $155K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving debt financing strategies for a growing industrial portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage lender relationships, execute transactions, and optimize...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$160K - $220K *

Elevate financing strategies and drive the execution of debt transactions for a growing portfolio in the industrial real estate sector, managing lender relationships and underwriting processes to supp...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $160K *

Launch your career by managing complex R&D contracts for a leading defense organization. Utilize your expertise in contract administration and compliance to drive innovation and support critical feder...

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$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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

$88K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $110K *

Empower your career by driving sales and support for oncology products. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance customer satisfaction and ensure seamless integration of services in clinic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $125K *

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by owning key aspects of month-end close while optimizing AI-driven accounting operations. Collaborate with finance teams to enhance processes and support financial reporting in a...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage corporate accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Collaborate across departments to streamline processes and support monthly close activities in a dynamic, m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $165K *

Unlock operational excellence by managing the cash application team, ensuring timely payment postings, resolving issues, and fostering a culture of engagement and productivity in a dynamic healthcare...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.