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Accounts Receivable Specialist
AR Specialists manage billing and collections, ensuring consistent cash flow and customer satisfaction.
Salary Ranges
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Entry-level specialists with ~1–2 years of experience.
Key ResponsibilitiesCreate 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 & SkillsAccounting systems proficiency
Excel / Sheets
Strong communication
Ideal For
Businesses managing a moderate client base
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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
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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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