Accounts Receivable Specialist

Ookla

. Contact customers daily regarding payment status for open invoices .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $50,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounts receivable management, including invoicing, tax documentation, and contract interpretation. Proficient in utilizing ERP software and advanced Excel functions to maintain accurate financial records and resolve billing discrepancies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounts Receivable ManagementTax Withholding DocumentationERP Software ProficiencyAnalytical Problem-SolvingContract Review and Interpretation

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Hard Skills

InvoicingTax Exemption ProcessingFinancial Record AccuracyBilling Error ResolutionLedger ManagementVLOOKUPPivot TablesContract InterpretationAccounts ManagementTax Withholding

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProblem-SolvingInitiativeAttention to DetailTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelGoogle SheetsOracle FusionNetSuiteSAPSalesforceAribaCoupaISupplier

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in FinanceBachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

Accounts ReceivableInvoicing IssuesPayment TermsTax RequirementsVendor RelationshipsLegal DocumentsProcurement SystemsAging ReportShort-PaymentsBilling Schedules

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contact customers daily regarding payment status for open invoices
Resolve invoicing issues and manage the aging report
Navigate customer procurement systems such as Ariba, Coupa, and iSupplier
Submit accurate electronic invoices through third-party client portals
Handle account-level tax withholdings and process tax exemption certificates
Maintain accurate withholding documentation for multi-jurisdiction accounts
Organize and manage AR-related legal documents, customer contracts, entity documents, Payment Authorization forms, and acceptance documents
Investigate and resolve short-payments, billing errors, and unreceived funds
Communicate with client accounting teams by phone and email regarding outstanding balances
Build strong vendor relationships
Partner with sales and legal teams to confirm contract terms and billing schedules
Maintain precise documentation and accurate ledger management

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable
Practical knowledge of reviewing commercial contracts to identify, interpret, and enforce payment terms, invoice schedules, and tax requirements
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, take initiative, and quickly learn new processes and tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for investigating complex billing issues and account histories
Extreme precision when reviewing numbers, line items, and financial records
Ability to prioritize a high volume of accounts, legal documents, and daily deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
Proficiency with ERP software such as Oracle Fusion, NetSuite, SAP, or similar
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (nice to have)
Salesforce experience (nice to have)
Direct experience handling tax withholdings, sales tax certificates, or withholding tax documentation (nice to have)