Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Remote, United States
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Finance / Accounts
Reports To: Finance Manager / Controller
Salary: USD 5,000 to USD 6,000 per month

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end receivables process, including invoicing, collections, account reconciliation, and payment follow-up. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, sound knowledge of accounts receivable procedures, and the ability to maintain accurate customer account records while supporting healthy cash flow management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, issue, and process customer invoices accurately and on time
• Monitor incoming payments and track outstanding balances
• Follow up on overdue invoices and coordinate collection efforts professionally
• Communicate with clients, customers, and internal sales teams regarding payment status, billing issues, and account queries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records in the accounting or ERP system
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Support cash flow visibility by providing regular receivables updates and aging reports
• Review customer accounts to identify delinquent payments and escalate where necessary
• Ensure billing and collection activities comply with company policies and financial procedures
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable
• Prepare AR reports and provide insights to finance leadership as required
• Support process improvements to enhance invoicing accuracy, collections efficiency, and reporting quality

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 2 to 4 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, or a similar finance role
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, invoicing, collections, and reconciliations
• Experience using ERP systems or accounting software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work independently in a remote environment
• Professional and confident approach to payment follow-up and customer communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with US-based clients or within a US finance environment
• Familiarity with accounting platforms such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems
• Exposure to cash application, aging analysis, and dispute resolution
• Prior experience in a fully remote role

Key Skills

• Accounts Receivable Processes
• Invoicing and Billing
• Collections and Payment Follow-Up
• Customer Account Management
• Reconciliations
• ERP Systems
• Reporting and Documentation
• Communication and Coordination
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail

Working Conditions

• Fully remote position based in the United States
• Must be available during standard US business hours
• Ability to work cross-functionally with finance, sales, and customer-facing teams

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Invoices are issued accurately and on time
• Outstanding receivables are actively monitored and reduced
• Customer accounts are well-maintained and reconciled regularly
• Collections are handled professionally and efficiently
• Finance leadership has clear visibility into receivables and cash flow status

Here is a shorter posting version for quick use:

Accounts Receivable Specialist | Remote, USA

Salary: USD 5,000 to USD 6,000 per month

We are looking for a highly organized Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage invoicing, collections, payment follow-up, account reconciliations, and customer account records. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in AR processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to support cash flow visibility through accurate reporting and timely collections.

Responsibilities:

• Raise and issue invoices
• Track collections and overdue balances
• Follow up with customers on payments
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain AR records in ERP systems
• Prepare aging and receivables reports

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of AR or billing experience
• Strong invoicing, collections, and reconciliation skills
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems
• Excellent communication and follow-up discipline
• Ability to work remotely during US business hours