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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$73K - $90K *

Manage and coordinate cross-border tax returns, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with clients and team members to deliver exceptional service while providing leadership to junior staff an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $130K *

Transform financial reporting and consolidation processes by leading month-end close, managing intercompany accounting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS/US GAAP. Collaborate with teams to deliver acc...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $130K *

Lead the centralized accounting and consolidation function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Oversee month-end close processes, intercompany transactions, and management reporting...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $166K *

Pioneer your career by strategically managing high-value accounts, driving retention and expansion while mentoring junior team members. Elevate customer relationships and optimize commercial strategie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Transform finance operations by designing processes, automating workflows, and driving efficiency in a high-growth environment. Collaborate closely with the Controller to shape the future of the finan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that empowers capital investments by leading procurement strategies. Drive value across projects, ensuring safety, cost-efficiency, and supplier performance while collaborating with divers...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading financial analysis and reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP principles, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across teams to enhance accounting practices and a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Join our Finance & Accounting team to oversee financial transaction accuracy, enhance processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational efficiency and integrity in general ledger accou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic finance team to lead consolidation, external reporting, and corporate accounting. Drive improvements in financial systems and processes while collaborating with senior leadership on sig...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving sound credit decisions to foster sustainable growth while managing risk. Influence strategic outcomes through expert insights and elevate team capabilities by mentoring anal...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$60K - $110K *

Partner with us to support critical DARPA initiatives by managing contracts that enhance national security. This hybrid role offers career growth opportunities while ensuring compliance with federal r...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial accuracy by managing complex accounting areas, from tax compliance to lease accounting. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure precise reporting and drive process improvements in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $111K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial assurance. As a Senior Consultant, you'll lead projects, tackle complex accounting issues, and drive business development while collaborating with cl...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in integrating acquired businesses into streamlined accounting processes, enhancing month-end close and financial reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive improvements and sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $159K *

Optimize financial reporting and accounting operations while leading a team to ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards. Drive proactive analysis and foster collaboration across department...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $159K *

Transform financial operations by leading accounting and reporting efforts, ensuring compliance with GAAP and FERC standards. Drive team performance and foster collaboration to achieve organizational...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate financial accuracy by owning month-end close processes, supporting audits, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with US GAAP while driving contin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by delivering insightful financial analysis and reporting that drives operational and sales performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and support...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate financial strategy by owning forecasting, budgeting, and reporting. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive insights that improve financial performance and support strate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving financial strategy and analysis. As a key finance partner, you'll enhance forecasting, reporting, and process automation, ensuring data-driven decisions that boost perfo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $192K *

Elevate your career by driving commercial performance and building strong relationships with healthcare providers. Engage in product launches and optimize patient access to innovative therapies while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $192K *

Engage healthcare providers and drive commercial performance by executing territory plans, building relationships, and supporting product launches to ensure patient access to innovative therapies acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive credit evaluation and collections strategies, ensuring effective management of customer portfolios. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve disputes and enhance business opportunities while pr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$81K - $93K *

Lead the charge in regulatory compliance by managing state licensing, audits, and compliance obligations. Ensure accurate documentation and effective collaboration with internal teams and external sta...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.