Accounts Receivable Specialist II

Fortive

. Manage customer accounts to support departmental collection goals, including reducing overdue balances and days sales outstanding (DSO) .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing customer accounts and collections, with a strong focus on accuracy, organization, and problem-solving. Proficient in collaborating with internal teams to enhance accounts receivable processes and improve collection efficiency.

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Accounts Receivable ManagementCustomer Account ReconciliationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyKnowledge of GAAPSalesforce Experience

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Hard Skills

Accounts ReceivableCollection ProcessesAccount ReconciliationCash-On-Account ReviewsPayment Activity AnalysisCustomer CommunicationData ReportingMSA ReviewFinancial AnalysisProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceAccounting SoftwareMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Diploma in AccountingDiploma in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

CollectionsOverdue BalancesDays Sales OutstandingCustomer SuccessSubscription Business

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage customer accounts to support departmental collection goals, including reducing overdue balances and days sales outstanding (DSO)
Follow up with customers by email or phone regarding overdue balances and payment timelines
Partner with customers to resolve past-due accounts, remittance deductions, and other accounts receivable issues
Perform account reconciliations, including cash-on-account reviews, to ensure customer balances are accurate
Research and respond to internal inquiries related to customer account status, payment activity, and outstanding balances
Collaborate with Billing, Legal, Customer Success, and other internal teams to resolve account issues and support timely collections
Prepare and maintain accurate collection notes, account updates, and reporting to support visibility into outstanding receivables
Identify opportunities to improve collection processes, customer communication, and overall accounts receivable efficiency
Report to the Accounts Receivable and Billing Manager
Collaborate with the Billing Coordinator regarding job assignments

Requirements

What you’ll need

High attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Excellent reading and comprehension skills
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle problems in a fast-paced environment
Think logically under pressure and seek innovative solutions
Being a team player and collaborating with the team to find solutions
Capable of learning new tasks
Must be extremely organized, driven, goal oriented and relentless in collection efforts
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Experience interpreting and reviewing customer orders and relevant MSA
Minimum 1-3 years work experience in a collections and accounts receivable role
Experience in a software or subscription business considered an asset
Prior experience with Salesforce or accounting software considered an asset
A Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)
Remote work with occasional in-office days (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
LTD insurance
HSA
401(k) retirement plan
Remote work with occasional in-office days