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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$103K - $129K *

Lead a dynamic team in credit and collections, ensuring effective risk management and operational excellence. Drive process improvements while fostering strong customer relationships and overseeing co...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $210K *

Engage with healthcare professionals to drive adoption of innovative RFA technologies. Manage consultative sales, provide clinical education, and oversee strategic account growth within hospitals and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project performance through effective assessment and monitoring of schedule, cost, and risk metrics, ensuring informed decision-making and improved outcomes across divers...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with legal teams to negotiate contracts, manage compliance, and support operational excellence in the renewable energy sector. Bring your expertise to drive improveme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $194K *

Lead innovative sales strategies in the Health & Benefits sector, engaging clients and driving solutions that enhance healthcare and financial security for employers and employees. Collaborate with te...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $194K *

Shape the future of healthcare sales by developing innovative strategies that address employer challenges. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored solutions, leading complex sales processes and l...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $194K *

Lead innovative sales strategies in the Health & Benefits sector, engaging clients and driving complex sales processes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance employer solutions and secure benefic...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $194K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on innovative sales strategies in health and benefits. Engage clients, lead complex sales processes, and leverage technology to drive impactful solutions f...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in optimizing finance operations and accounts payable across multiple entities. Drive strategic problem-solving, enhance vendor partnerships, and implement innovative solutions to impr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $130K *

Advance your career by managing a $4M national construction account, collaborating with leadership, and shaping processes in a dynamic insurance brokerage as it expands...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $89K *

Transform operational efficiency as you support high-volume accounting processes, enhance automation tools, and drive process improvements in a collaborative team environment. Your expertise will be k...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $275K *

Oversee and enhance the operational and financial activities of multiple offices, ensuring efficient team management and strategic planning to support firm objectives and enrich workplace culture...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$300K - $400K *

Lead the operational excellence of a bustling office, managing finance, HR, and facilities while enhancing efficiencies. Oversee all teams and partner on strategic initiatives. Ensure compliance and f...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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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 *

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3 days ago

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

$113K - $176K *

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

$79K - $123K *

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

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.