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Accounts Receivable Specialist Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

An Accounts Receivable Specialist, or Accounts Receivable Clerk, handles many types of transactions for a business while making sure it stays in good financial standing. Accounts Receivable Specialists create invoices, send bills to customers, and process payments using a variety of payment methods.

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Accounts Receivable Specialist duties and responsibilities

Depending on a company’s requirements, some Accounts Receivable Specialists help with a wide variety of tasks, while others may have more specialized roles. Duties and responsibilities they need to excel at may include:

  • Using data entry to change paper records to a digital format
  • Organizing and updating digital or paper records
  • Calculating billing amounts, and printing and mailing bills when needed
  • Reminding customers about upcoming payments or past-due accounts
  • Making electronic or cash deposits to company bank accounts
  • Using software to send invoices and payment reminders electronically
  • Keeping accurate records of payments that they receive from customers
  • Creating reports for supervisors and providing digital or paper copies of records when requested
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Accounts Receivable Specialist Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Carter Forest Products is a fast-growing international building products trading company operating in Canada and the US.

The core values that drive our success include:

Unstoppable drive: We relentlessly pursue results.

Professionalism: We treat all with dignity and respect.

Caring: We take care of our customers, suppliers and each other.

Sharing: We freely share information.

We currently have an opportunity in our accounting department for an Accounts Receivable Specialist.

Responsibilities:

� Proactively contacts customers by phone or email to ensure timely collection

� Preparation and submission of all AR-related reports

� Monitoring of customer accounts for delinquencies and discrepancies

� Set up new customer accounts in the system

� Submission of customer information to insurance portal for credit approval and limits

� Build relationships with customer contacts for the efficient collection of accounts and resolution of discrepancies

� Investigate/Analyze discrepancies in the AR records and prepare necessary adjustments in the system

� Process customer payments in the system

� Ensure the credit management policies and procedures are adhered to

� Support the monthend close process by ensuring that related transactions are posted

Qualifications:

� Post-secondary diploma in Accounting or equivalent

� More than 3 years of experience in a similar role within an ERP environment

� Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

� Highly accurate and attentive to details

� Well organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

� Effective verbal and written communication skills with a strong focus on customer service

� A team player with great interpersonal skills

Compensation and Employee Benefits:

� Salary: $70,000

� Competitive health and dental coverage

� Located outside the downtown core with free parking

� Paid time off

� Quarterly celebrations and company events

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Calgary, AB T1Y 7H9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Experience:
  • vendor management: 1 year (preferred)
  • Accounts receivable: 3 years Location: In person

    • Example 2

    Position Summary: We are looking Full time Accounts Receivables Specialist who is looking to gain excellent hands-on experience in the accounting field in a company with great company culture! We are looking for an excellent self-starter person who is looking to get great hands-on experience and grow within the company.

    *
  • *Minimum College or equivalent education in Finance/Accounting

  • Proficient MSOffice skills � Excel, Word

  • Accurate and fast learner

  • Good understanding of relevant workflow

  • Multi-tasking

  • Excellent organizational skills

  • Positive and professional attitude

    Duties

    Account Receivable

  • Ensure packing slips are received weekly from Material Department, including manual Delivery Slip, ensure:
  • manual Delivery Slip is addressed properly/timely and processed in system,
  • packing slips and or other supporting documents are complete (in sequential number), including driver�s signature and date.

  • Generate invoice, including tooling sales, scrap income and miscellaneous AR invoices, and Debit/Credit Memo (e.g. freight, packaging, other recoverable). Ensure correct GL account is used
  • Follow up with Engineering, Sales, and ensure tooling job is billed on-time according to term and progress
  • Update Tooling Book as tooling invoice is issued to customer
  • Send/email invoices to customers as required, and ensures proper filing.
  • Email monthly Statement of Account to customers. Reconcile and resolve discrepancies.
  • Calls and follow ups with customers on payment status, ensures invoices are paid within terms.
  • Addresses, coordinate and resolves issues or disputes arising from collection calls on a promptly manner, either internally or with customer.
  • Applies collections to the system, including memo for credit taken by customer on a proper (by invoice) and timely manner (daily), ensures all issues are taken care of timely. Files paid invoices in order with a copy of cheque or proof of payment and Trans4m AR remittance.
  • Ensures appropriate and timely approval on Credit Memo (sales returns, quality rejects, premium freight charged by customer, scrap rebate, cash discounts, etc).
  • Ensure same day checks deposits (scanned).
  • Reconcile AR for contra account settlement (DSS, KTH, etc.)
  • Perform monthly reconciliation between scrap pick-up ticket and invoice/payment from CMI.
  • Complete the month end tasks within 3 business days:
  • AR Reconciliation between AR Aging and GL
  • Sales/COGS recon between Flash/Sales Report and GL
  • Perform AR aging analysis for outstanding invoices over 60 days by the 15th of each month.
  • Box all old AR files and arrange to move them to archive room. Order new files and prepare labels (annual)
  • Back-up for credit card and expense report entry when AP is on vacation.

    Accounting/Finance

  • Run Flash report for sales projection and past due order report (every Thursday).
  • Cross check customer es are properly updated by Sales using new material cost or other changes.
  • Create Contract Review (KCR) sheet with cost back up. Update selling price in T4M (ERP system). Verify �new selling price� in Contract Review to Trans4M.
  • Reconcile internal calculated retro and retro calculated by customer, investigate discrepancy, if any.
  • Ensure retro price adjustment is billed/credited to customer timely and properly, and is accrued at month end if it is significant and has not been billed.
  • If the new price does not get updated at customer side, follow up with sales.
  • Update RPS13 (material purchase price change).
  • Update Contract Review tracking spread sheet. Make sure AP and AR retro adjustments are booked in the same month.
  • Run inventory revaluation for each time KCR and RPS13 is processed
  • Assists in data preparation for audit and other analysis/report as requested.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Leisure Days RV Group is Canada�s largest RV Dealership group with 32 dealerships in Canada.

    Headquartered in Ottawa, the Leisure Days RV Group was started in 2003 when it opened RV Canada. Operating in five provinces the Leisure Days RV Group leverages its superior purchasing power and resources to provide customers with unparalleled access to sales, rentals, parts, and service.

    Overview

    The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for maintaining accounts receivable, such as customer account reconciliation, performing billing and collections, and keeping accurate records and files for collecting payments for the company using skills in organization and communications to collect the payments.

    Essential Job Functions

    � Prepares daily cash deposits and ensures that they are deposited into the bank account.

    � Processes daily credit card deposits.

    � Updates Accounts Receivable subsidiary ledger daily for cheques and credit card payments received.

    � Files cheque stubs and corresponding invoice copy in customer files in a timely manner.

    � Reviews the A/R Aged Trial Balance weekly to ensure that proactive measures are employed in the collection of the receivables in a timely basis.

    � Manages the collection of past due balances and escalates in a timely manner.

    � Prepares monthly analysis of accounts and assists in month-end & year-end closings.

    � Other admin duties as required.

    � Posting invoices from company credit card. Reconciling subledger to credit card statement and making payment for the credit card.

    � Posting invoices to and reconciling inter-company accounts on a monthly basis

    Job Specifications and Requirements

    � Minimum 2 Year Experience

    � Post secondary college education, 2-3-year business administration with emphasis in accounting.

    � Proficiency in Microsoft Applications; Word, Excel & Outlook.

    � Ability to manage multiple priorities.

    � Excellent interpersonal skills.

    � Ability to work in a team environment.

    � Attention to detail and accuracy.

    � Ability to adapt and grow into new tasks as they are required.

    Leisure Days RV Group supports the goals of Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability during the recruitment process. Please inform the Human Resources Department at [phone number], ext. 104 if you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process.

    LDRVG is committed to building an inclusive process that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities.

    We would like to thank all applicants for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received will be maintained on file for a period of 6 months and may be referenced for future staffing requirements.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay

    COVID-19 considerations:
    Compliant with the Province of Ontario, Ministry of Health guidelines

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Nepean, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree (required)

    Experience:
  • Accounts receivable: 2 years Location: One location

    • Example 4

    AR:

  • Collects revenue by reminding delinquent accounts and notifying customers of insufficient payments.
  • Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
  • Maintains accounting ledgers by posting account transactions.
  • Verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions.
  • Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments and adjustments.
  • Work on AR aging and follow-up with customers for outstanding invoices (if any)

    Accounts Receivable Specialist Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or associate degree in accounting, finance, or related.
  • At least 2 years� experience as an accounts payable and receivable specialist, or similar.
  • Advanced competency in accounting and business management software, such as QuickBooks etc.,
  • In-depth knowledge of accounts receivable principles, accounting standards, and industry regulations.
  • Extensive experience in account reconciliation.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Great time management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.
  • Must: Bilingual in English and French, verbally and written.
  • Nice to have experience with and Mercury Gate.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

    Application question(s):

  • Do you have Advanced competency in accounting and business management software, such as QuickBooks ?
  • Do you have in-depth knowledge in accounting standards and principles and industry regulation?
  • Do you have experience with Mercury Gate?

    Experience:

  • AR : 2 years (required)

    Language:

  • English and French(verbally and written) (required)

    Job Type: Full-time

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Accounts receivable: 2 years (preferred)
  • QuickBooks: 2 years (preferred)

    Language:
  • Bilingual (English and French) (preferred)

    Speak with the (905) 291-6669

    • Example 5

    We are a leading Healthcare service provider in Ontario. We are presently looking for an Accounts Receivable specialist who will provide support in the Accounts Receivable Department.

    This role requires an individual who is extremely organized and has high attention to detail, ensuring minimal mistakes are made. While some accounts receivable experience is important, a willingness to learn and take ownership on assigned tasks through completion is paramount.

    The position requires a strong, proficient communicator within various company divisions so that deal level and operational efficiencies may be realized.

    Schedule
    Monday to Friday 8 hours (7-3, 8-4 or 9-5). In office only.

    Duties

  • Ensure compliance with internal accounting controls and policies
  • Ensure daily credit and collections operations are running effectively
  • Monitor all account credit limits, holds and aging of receivables, communicate to the necessary parties when an account is over its set limit
  • Perform collection procedures on all past due and due invoices and identify problem accounts making prompt decisions for collection
  • Identify and facilitate the resolution of all customer disputes on a timely basis, working with internal departments
  • Record customer payments and transactions related to AR accounts
  • Send monthly updated invoicing and statements to customers and make sure that past due balances will be collected on time
  • Interact and maintain strong relationships with the other service team members

    Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of experience in Credit and Collection
  • College Diploma or Bachelor�s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
  • Strong working knowledge of credit principles and best practices
  • Strong problem-solving skills with good organizational, time management and prioritizing skill
  • Proven ability to work under pressure of deadlines
  • Excellent understanding of clerical and administrative procedures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or and QBO

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $48,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

  • Business Casual dress
  • Vision, Dental care & Extended health care - available
  • Dedicated staff on-site parking available/Accessible via TTC & Go (Victoria Park & 401)

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $48,612.00-$51,681.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay

    Work Location: One location

    • Example 6

    Profile

    Torrent has brought more innovation to the shotcrete industry in Canada than all of our competitors combined!

    Opening

    Our Coquitlam office is looking for an Accounts Receivable & Collections Specialist to join a knowledgeable and supportive team to deliver excellence to our clients and community.

    This position will create a career opportunity for the suitable candidate to work with a growing team of professionals and to gain working knowledge of the SiteMax construction management system and Sage 50 accounting system.

    The successful candidate will be working with both our Vancouver and Toronto divisions with a goal to produce timely and accurate financial information to clients in accordance with requirements by various statutory and regulatory bodies.

    Responsibilities & Duties
  • Provide timely, accurate and complete financial information and reports for the clients of Torrent.
  • Ensure accuracy of accounts receivable subledgers.
  • Enter invoices and receipts into the system.
  • Prepare and make bank deposits for multiple accounts.
  • Prepare schedules and aged A/R reports for monthly reporting and year-end audits.

    Qualifications AND Skills
  • Prior experience working in an accounts receivable position would be considered a strong asset.
  • Education in Accounting would be considered a strong asset.
  • Prior experience with Sage 50 would be an asset.
  • Strong customer relations skills required.
  • Excellent communication skills with a specific emphasis on telephone skills. Must be adept at developing client relationships, making calls, and executing collections in a timely fashion.
  • Ability to listen attentively and actively. Ability to ask questions and share information and ideas with others.
  • Highly trustworthy and tactful with confidential and sensitive information.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines through strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely.
  • Open to taking up responsibilities outside of the scope of work.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Receivables: 1 year (preferred)

    • Example 7

    Join our rapidly growing tire business on this 3 month temporary contract.

    Applicants MUST Currently BE Living IN THE HRM AREA OF NOVA Scotia

    Hourly pay rate will be based on Accounts Receivable experience.

    Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    Contact customers who have past due AR accounts.
    Implement collections procedures as per company policy.
    Review orders over credit limit and action as required.
    Respond to email and/or phone inquiries from customers as needed.
    Address customer concerns and investigate any issues.
    Review/post AR statements and AR payment batches in accounting software to ensure accuracy and address issues prior to customer inquiry.
    Apply cheques and EFT payments to customer accounts.
    Apply payments taken by CSRs.
    Reach out to customers for remittance for unapplied payments.
    Address any interest charge errors.
    Run, review, and send out statements.

    Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
    Contract length: 3 months

    Salary: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

    Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Lakeside, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work receivable: 1 year (required)

    • Example 8

    Important: Work on premises is expected

    Important: Work is in Montreal, Quebec, Canada

    Principal Accountabilities:

    1. Maintain a department organizational structure sufficient to meet all goals and objectives

    2. Properly motivate the credit and collections staff

    3. Measure department performance with appropriate metrics

    4. Manage relations with collection agencies

    5. Manage relations with credit reporting agencies

    6. Manage relations with credit insurance providers

    7. Manage relations with the sales department

    Credit Operations

    1. Maintain the corporate credit policy

    2. Manage customer credit files

    3. Monitor the credit granting and updating process

    4. Monitor periodic credit reviews

    5. Monitor deductions being taken by customers

    6. Monitor commission rates and insure accuracy

    7. Monitor accuracy of returns

    Desired Qualifications: 5+ years of credit experience in the footwear/fashion/sports industries. Have a thorough knowledge of credit-related laws. Have considerable experience with customer negotiations.

    In addition the following are absolutely essential

    Have a deep understanding of ERP systems and facility in navigating and utilizing AR and accounting related software.

    Mastery of excel-pivot tables, V-look up�.

    Bilingual in French and English spoken and written

    Effective and clear communicator

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Education:
  • AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

    Experience:
  • Accounts receivable: 5 years (preferred)
  • Workday: 5 years (preferred)

    Language:
  • French (preferred)
  • French and English start date: 2022-07-04

    • Example 9

    Dimpflmeier Bakery is a family-owned company that has been delivering the highest quality bread and pastries to our customers for over 60 years. The bread we deliver is made only with the finest ingredients, including natural spring water that enhances the flavour of all of our products.

    Our Company is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team.

    Accounts Receivable Job Responsibilities (not an exhaustive list):
  • Full cycle Accounts receivable functions (Regarding payments from EDI, EFT, mail, e-transfers)
  • Daily Cash Deposits & Invoicing
  • Outbound collection calls on past due balances to decrease receivables

  • Customer Accounts Reconciliation
  • Liaising with internal departments regarding customer disputes
  • Credit checks and credit analysis administration
  • Preparation of AR ageing reports in addition to ad hoc reports
  • Collaboration with other departments to recommend collection strategies
  • Train on other accounting functions (for coverage as may be required)

    Preferred Qualifications
  • College Diploma in a qualified Accounting Program
  • Accounts Receivable experience in a medium to large organization, manufacturing company preferred
  • Microsoft Office Suite savvy (especially Excel)
  • Effective Communicator (both verbal and written)

    Is That You?
  • A natural Leader, highly energetic & flexible
  • Strong customer service mindset

  • Enjoy working in a team setting is a must

    Why join our team?
  • Opportunity to advance your career
  • A team that cares and treats you like family
  • Culture of teamwork and collaboration

    HOW TO APPLY� Please submit your resume and cover letter through Indeed. Although we appreciate each application, only those being considered for the position will be contacted. At Dimpflmeier Bakery, we are committed to an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process so that reasonable arrangements can be made for appropriate accommodation.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: From $20.00 per hour

    Additional pay:
  • Bonus pay
    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Vision to Friday

    • Example 10

    Billing and Accounts Receivable Specialist

    Nice to meet you! We are Talent Department Inc. and we're an external recruitment firm assisting our various clients find the top talent for their teams within finance and accounting.

    This role if for our client in the not-for-profit medical industry, providing vulnerable community members with services to enhance their quality of life.

    This is what they're offering:
  • Awesome team dynamic, flat (and not hierarchal) organization
  • Growing organization with growth opportunities for you
  • Company does valuable work for the community
  • Technology is utilized and invested in to create better processes
  • Fast paced environment, agile to change
  • 4 weeks vacation, plus additional sick days and personal days
  • RRSP contributions
  • Free parking
  • Salary: up to $60,000/year

    These are the things you'll own day-to-day:
  • As a subject matter expert with the billing system, you will prepare and draft invoices on a monthly basis
  • Run reports, creating journal entries and posting to the accounting system
  • Oversee the full accounts receivable cycle, from billing to collections

  • Communicate with clients regarding billing issues or inquiries, following up with past due payments
  • Liaising with internal teams when required to solve billing issues

  • Apply payments and prepare bank deposits
  • Perform special projects and duties
  • Assist in month-end and year end audit reconciliations

    Our ideal candidate:
  • Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role
  • Experience using MS Excel formulas and Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics or any other large ERP system
  • Billing using Procure
  • Healthcare or NPO industry experience is ideal
  • Friendly with strong communication skills
  • Hardworking, accountable, collaborative but can also work independently

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

    Experience:
  • MS Great Plains: 2 years and accounts receivable: 2 years (preferred)

    • What does an Accounts Receivable Specialist do?

    An Accounts Receivable Specialist helps a company keep its finances and reputation in good standing by maintaining cash flow and minimizing the need for business loans or other types of credit. They also process payments, help customers, and create reports. Some Accounts Receivable Specialists work for contractors that serve multiple companies. Accounts Receivable Specialists often communicate with customers and clients, as well as other employees who help with handling the business’s finances. These include Accountants, Accounts Payable Specialists, and Managers, among others.

    Accounts Receivable Specialist skills and qualifications

    Accounts Receivable Specialists are usually friendly, helpful, professional, and organized. They can keep track of many different details and can be patient, polite, and sympathetic to customers. Some skills and qualifications an Accounts Receivable Specialist candidate should have include:

    • Ability to provide good customer service and address complaints promptly
    • Knowledge in data entry
    • Knowledge in bookkeeping and other financial software
    • Expertise in calculating account balances and interest rates
    • Extensive knowledge and understanding of how banking and finance systems work
    • Knowledge of company products, product pricing, and sales policies
    • Knowledge and expertise in using payment processing systems

    Accounts Receivable Specialist experience requirements

    Many Accounts Receivable Specialist jobs require two to five years of experience in a similar role. Look for candidates who acquired their experience in the same industry. Candidates with several years of experience in the financial sector may be highly sought after. However, some Accounts Receivable Specialist positions can be an entry-level job.  

    Accounts Receivable Specialist education and training requirements

    Most Accounts Receivable Specialist positions require a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field. However, an associate’s degree and a secondary school diploma or GED may also be sufficient. Canada doesn’t require any type of professional licence or certification for Accounts Receivable Specialists, but new Accounts Receivable Specialist employees typically undergo on-the-job training.   

    Accounts Receivable Specialist salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for an Accounts Receivable Specialist is $43,340 per year. The pay rate depends on the individual employer, the location, and the candidate’s education and experience levels.

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    Accounts Receivable Specialists usually report to Accounts Receivable Supervisors or other related department heads or managers. They can work for any department, but most are part of financial departments. Meanwhile, some Accounts Receivable Specialists work for collection agencies or smaller organizations and report to the owner, manager, or shift supervisor.

    What qualities make a good Accounts Receivable Specialist?

    Good Accounts Receivable Specialists should be polite, professional, and patient with customers. They need to stay calm while negotiating payment plans with past-due customers. They must also be able to explain interest rates, fees, service charges, and other parts of invoices or bills to clients clearly.

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    A good Accounts Receivable Specialist job description should give applicants an idea about its scale of operations and the major clients they can look forward to working with. Meanwhile, it should also specify the location of the job and all the inclusive benefits and job incentives, such as performance bonuses.  

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