Accounts Receivable & Collections Specialist

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Posted Sep 16, 2026

Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time
$78K – $95K/yr

Overview

This role is critical to the Order-to-Cash process, focusing on resolving complex accounts receivable issues and ensuring timely cash collections. You will manage a portfolio of customer accounts, work cross-functionally to remove payment barriers, and support ongoing improvements to collection processes within a fast-paced SaaS environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of customer accounts to drive timely collection of outstanding receivables.
  • Investigate and resolve complex payment issues, including unapplied cash, short payments, disputed invoices, and billing discrepancies.
  • Research unapplied payments by reviewing remittances, invoices, contracts, and payment histories.
  • Own issue resolution with timely follow-up to customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Negotiate payment commitments while maintaining positive customer relationships.
  • Document collection activities and customer communications accurately in NetSuite and related systems.
  • Collaborate with Billing, Revenue, Customer Success, Sales, Support, and Finance to resolve payment issues.
  • Coordinate internally to remove obstacles preventing invoice payment.
  • Escalate high-risk accounts and recommend practical solutions.
  • Analyze aging trends and recurring collection issues to identify root causes.
  • Recommend improvements to collection efficiency and reduce payment issues.
  • Maintain standardized collection procedures and documentation.
  • Support process improvements related to payment resolution and cash application.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Seven or more years of progressive B2B accounts receivable and commercial collections experience.
  • Proven ability to research and resolve complex AR issues independently.
  • Strong analytical and reconciliation skills to identify root causes of payment discrepancies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in SaaS or subscription business.
  • Experience with NetSuite and Salesforce.
  • Cross-functional teamwork experience.
  • Mentoring experience.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary range: $78,000 to $95,000 USD, plus equity and benefits.
  • Variable pay, bonuses, and other compensation will be discussed during the interview process.
  • Salary is determined by role, level, location, skills, experience, and education.
  • Competitive compensation package including stock options.
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan match.
  • Unlimited paid time off.

Location

  • Not specified.

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