Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist (Hybrid – Burnsville, MN)

A global, billion‑dollar technology organization is seeking a driven Accounts Receivable Specialist to support its high‑mix, low‑volume North American business. This is a full‑time role that begins as contract‑to‑hire to enable fast onboarding and integration. The company is known for its engineering excellence, financial stability, and collaborative culture, in which AR is treated as a strategic, high‑visibility function.

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will play a key role in cash flow optimization
, collections
, and customer account management across a diverse portfolio. You’ll work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure accurate billing, timely payments, and strong customer relationships.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on, problem‑solving environment
, enjoys improving processes, and wants to grow within a global organization.

• Manage a regional AR portfolio with disciplined follow‑up on outstanding invoices
• Analyze aging reports and implement targeted collection strategies
• Improve DSO and support working capital initiatives
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve complex billing discrepancies
• Monitor customer accounts to mitigate credit exposure and reduce bad debt risk

• Serve as the primary liaison between AR, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations
• Support customer onboarding to ensure accurate billing setup
• Manage escalations with key customers and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement and automation initiatives

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred

• 2–5 years of progressive experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit, or Collections
• Proven success improving aging, reducing past‑due balances, and resolving billing issues
• Experience in manufacturing, consumer products, or high‑mix/low‑volume environments preferred
• SAP experience strongly preferred

• Strong reconciliation and problem‑solving capability
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills
• Ability to manage complexity across multiple business units
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office; SAP experience a plus
• Spanish or other foreign languages are a bonus

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite in Burnsville, 2 days remote