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Accounts Receivable Specialist

AR Specialists manage billing and collections, ensuring consistent cash flow and customer satisfaction.

Salary Ranges

  • Entry-level specialists with ~1–2 years of experience.
    Key Responsibilities

    • Create and send invoices

    • Record and track incoming payments

    • Assist in customer account reconciliations

    • Follow up on overdue invoices

    Autonomy & Decision-Making
    Works with supervision; manages standard AR tasks.

    Tools & Skills

    • Accounting systems proficiency

    • Excel / Sheets

    • Strong communication

    Ideal For

    • Businesses managing a moderate client base

  • Experienced specialists with 3–5 years of experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee AR tracking and aging reports

    • Resolve billing discrepancies

    • Coordinate with sales and finance teams

    • Support monthly closing

    Autonomy & Decision-Making

    Independent; supports continuous improvement.

    Tools & Skills

    • ERP and AR tools

    • Intermediate Excel skills

    • Negotiation and customer communication

    Ideal For

    • Companies seeking structured AR and reporting

  • Senior AR professionals with 5+ years experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead AR operations and cash collections

    • Manage credit control and risk assessment

    • Design AR policies and workflows

    • Collaborate on financial forecasting

    Autonomy & Decision-Making
    Full ownership of AR and reporting.

    Tools & Skills

    • ERP and AR automation tools

    • Strong analytical and communication skills

    Ideal For

    • Organizations aiming for consistent and predictable cash flow

Key Factors that impact Salary and Seniority

  • Experience working with US-based companies

  • Size and complexity of client portfolio

  • Exposure to automation tools

  • Experience with credit control or collections leadership

Alternative names for this role

Receivables Clerk

AR Coordinator

Billing Specialist

Collections Specialist

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