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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$82K - $124K *

Manage procurement processes for the Innovation, Science and Security Directorate, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while collaborating with diverse teams to support business operations...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Oversee the management of regional industrial assets, conduct market research, negotiate leases, and ensure accurate reporting while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to achieve...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $122K *

Transform financial reporting by overseeing month-end processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and supporting budgeting initiatives while facilitating a robust internal control environment for the fi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Elevate financial operations and revenue performance in a dynamic healthcare environment. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize workflows, and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure financial stabili...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $220K *

Drive the evolution of billing and collections operations, ensuring timely invoicing, effective cash application, and strong controls. Lead a high-performing team while optimizing processes and enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $220K *

Lead the Billing & Collections function, driving scalable processes for invoicing, cash application, and collections. Collaborate across teams to enhance financial performance and implement innovative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $220K *

Drive the Billing & Collections strategy, optimizing processes and leading a high-performing team to enhance cash flow, improve controls, and deliver exceptional service across finance operations and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading accounting integrations and transformations. Collaborate across functions to enhance financial processes, ensuring smooth transitions for newly acquired businesses while...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower our cybersecurity efforts by conducting assessments and analyses to enhance defense systems. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities and develop strategic plans for robust cybersecu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive revenue cycle innovation by redesigning workflows, identifying root causes, and validating automation models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and implem...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$113K - $176K *

Optimize enterprise relationships by leading commercial strategies for a major alliance. Drive profitable growth through strategic account management, cross-functional collaboration, and executive eng...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$79K - $96K *

Join a team that's driving Treasury management across global markets. You'll oversee cash management, forecasting, and banking relationships while collaborating with Finance stakeholders to enhance op...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex litigated commercial liability claims, ensuring compliance and effective communication while driving resolution strategies in a dynamic, paperless environment...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $130K *

Elevate our sales strategy by building strong relationships and driving growth in the building automation sector. Collaborate with engineers and contractors to deliver tailored solutions and achieve r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $140K *

Lead the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational excellence. Collaborate with leadership on audits, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives to dri...

2 days ago

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

$150K - $165K *

Engage clients by driving revenue through consultative sales, building strong relationships with law firms and corporations. Leverage industry insights to anticipate needs and deliver tailored solutio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Inspire growth as a strategic Account Executive, driving new business and fostering executive relationships in a dynamic, consultative sales environment within the enterprise software sector...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

Partner with us to drive impactful restructuring solutions for underperforming businesses. Leverage your analytical skills and financial expertise to enhance performance and enterprise value across di...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $108K *

Partner with us to support government business through cost oversight, audits, and compliance. Utilize your expertise in federal regulations to ensure accurate cost calculations and collaborate with t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $192K *

Join a team that's driving commercial success by engaging healthcare providers, building relationships, and supporting innovative therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to optimize pati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $192K *

Drive commercial performance as an Account Specialist, engaging healthcare providers and optimizing patient access to innovative therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product l...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Drive the Accounts Payable function by leading a team, enhancing efficiencies, and implementing automation solutions to support organizational growth and improve financial operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial integrity through meticulous account reconciliation, analytical review, and support for audits, while enhancing processes in a dynamic environment du...

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

$95K - $115K *

Help us elevate our accounting standards and processes through strategic improvements and robust collaboration. Join a dynamic team driving efficiency and innovation in financial operations during our...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$61K - $99K *

Transform client relationships and drive revenue growth by securing contract renewals with property owners and developers in residential communities, leveraging sales expertise to meet targets and enh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.