Senior Level Ar Specialist Jobs
Senior level ar specialist jobs place experienced professionals at the center of accounts receivable operations, owning collections strategy, process governance, and the teams or workflows that deliver results. Openings concentrate in Food & Beverage, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Domino's, Celgene Corporation, and Revolution Medicines hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: AR Specialist
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Department / Group: Finance/Accounting
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Glenview, IL
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Pay / Salary Range:
Travel Required: n/a
About Us:
Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private label partners, and manufacturers through high-quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem-solving. With a strong presence in the ready-to-drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs.
Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long‑term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success.
Job Summary:
The AR Specialist will work in our Finance/Accounting Department. Main purpose of this position is to audit and complete receivable functions. This requires data entry of received payments, research and verification of deductions, and processing credit memos as managing customer price lists.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Receive and organize all payment remittances via mail or email
- Apply payments in ERP system in a timely and efficient manner
- Drive cash collection efforts with customers
- Analyze payment trends to identify late payments before they reach NET terms
- Use all forms of communication to reach a resolution with customers regarding late payments
- Manage accounts receivable aging
- Open claims directly with customer/vendor
- Analysis of customer accounts to identify trends across all deduction types
- Update customer account information in ERP system based on payment or contact information
- Work with accounting and sales team to accurately research and apply customer deductions
- Own the customer price list management in ERP making sure sales prices and marketing allowances are set up accurately based on agreed terms with sales and finance
- Assist in month end close activities
- Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested
- Work with finance team towards achieving department and company objectives and milestones
- 2+ years of Accounts Receivable Experience.
- Knowledge of ERP systems (SAGE), Microsoft Word and Excel-Preferred.
- Strong Communication and Organizational skills.
- Ability to be accurate with Data Entry.
- Ability to prioritize daily tasks.
- Physical Demands
- Willingness to work additional hours, and tailor schedule appropriately, to support team goals and meet deadlines
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Academic background in accounting, finance, or a comparable field
- Skilled in using Excel and various accounting software
- Strong organizational abilities and precise attention to detail
- Minimum of one year handling accounts receivable
- Proficiency in ERP platforms
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Positive, proactive, and customer-oriented attitude
- Trustworthy, ethical, and professional at all times
Physical Demands
- Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations
- Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks
- Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment
- Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety
Work Environment
Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and fluctuations in temperature and ventilation. Work environment may involve exposure to inclement weather. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, which may include but is not limited to: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, hairnets, uniforms, and face shields, as required by specific job duties and safety protocols.
Quality Statement:
- Our Quality and Food Safety Management strategy is anchored by our food safety and quality culture and a two-pronged approach to “be the best” as we produce “only the best”. Every employee has a role to play in this strategy as outlined by the following:
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), allergen control, food defense, HACCP, SQF, and regulatory requirements so that we make consistently safe, quality products.
- Ensure the presence of visitors, contractors, and customers are documented on each visit in and out of the facility to maintain good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense/food security and HACCP controls.
- Report all food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
- Partner with colleagues across all functions to share knowledge, skills, and information regarding quality and food safety.
- Adhere to all health and safety work practices.
- Exhibit an understanding of quality and food safety standards and be able to speak about the Finlays quality and food safety system and your role in it.
- Handle customer complaints in a timely and professional manner so that the customer is put first, always.
- Participate fully in Finlays programs that drive continuous improvement methodologies.
Any employee in doubt as to the role they play in the Finlays quality and food safety management system must reach out to the site Quality Manager or VP of Quality.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Finlays Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Finlays employs individuals that are 18 years of age or older.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Job Title: AR Specialist
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Department / Group: Finance/Accounting
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Glenview, IL
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Pay / Salary Range:
Travel Required: n/a
About Us:
Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private label partners, and manufacturers through high-quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem-solving. With a strong presence in the ready-to-drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs.
Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long‑term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success.
Job Summary:
The AR Specialist will work in our Finance/Accounting Department. Main purpose of this position is to audit and complete receivable functions. This requires data entry of received payments, research and verification of deductions, and processing credit memos as managing customer price lists.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Receive and organize all payment remittances via mail or email
- Apply payments in ERP system in a timely and efficient manner
- Drive cash collection efforts with customers
- Analyze payment trends to identify late payments before they reach NET terms
- Use all forms of communication to reach a resolution with customers regarding late payments
- Manage accounts receivable aging
- Open claims directly with customer/vendor
- Analysis of customer accounts to identify trends across all deduction types
- Update customer account information in ERP system based on payment or contact information
- Work with accounting and sales team to accurately research and apply customer deductions
- Own the customer price list management in ERP making sure sales prices and marketing allowances are set up accurately based on agreed terms with sales and finance
- Assist in month end close activities
- Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested
- Work with finance team towards achieving department and company objectives and milestones
- 2+ years of Accounts Receivable Experience.
- Knowledge of ERP systems (SAGE), Microsoft Word and Excel-Preferred.
- Strong Communication and Organizational skills.
- Ability to be accurate with Data Entry.
- Ability to prioritize daily tasks.
- Physical Demands
- Willingness to work additional hours, and tailor schedule appropriately, to support team goals and meet deadlines
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Academic background in accounting, finance, or a comparable field
- Skilled in using Excel and various accounting software
- Strong organizational abilities and precise attention to detail
- Minimum of one year handling accounts receivable
- Proficiency in ERP platforms
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Positive, proactive, and customer-oriented attitude
- Trustworthy, ethical, and professional at all times
Physical Demands
- Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations
- Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks
- Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment
- Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety
Work Environment
Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and fluctuations in temperature and ventilation. Work environment may involve exposure to inclement weather. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, which may include but is not limited to: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, hairnets, uniforms, and face shields, as required by specific job duties and safety protocols.
Quality Statement:
- Our Quality and Food Safety Management strategy is anchored by our food safety and quality culture and a two-pronged approach to “be the best” as we produce “only the best”. Every employee has a role to play in this strategy as outlined by the following:
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), allergen control, food defense, HACCP, SQF, and regulatory requirements so that we make consistently safe, quality products.
- Ensure the presence of visitors, contractors, and customers are documented on each visit in and out of the facility to maintain good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense/food security and HACCP controls.
- Report all food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
- Partner with colleagues across all functions to share knowledge, skills, and information regarding quality and food safety.
- Adhere to all health and safety work practices.
- Exhibit an understanding of quality and food safety standards and be able to speak about the Finlays quality and food safety system and your role in it.
- Handle customer complaints in a timely and professional manner so that the customer is put first, always.
- Participate fully in Finlays programs that drive continuous improvement methodologies.
Any employee in doubt as to the role they play in the Finlays quality and food safety management system must reach out to the site Quality Manager or VP of Quality.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Finlays Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Finlays employs individuals that are 18 years of age or older.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
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Senior Level Ar Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level ar specialist job?
Employers hiring at the senior level want candidates who have owned end-to-end AR cycles, not just executed tasks. Highlight your experience reducing days sales outstanding, leading process improvements, and mentoring junior staff. Familiarity with enterprise ERP systems, strong cross-functional communication with finance and sales, and a history of resolving complex or high-value disputes will set you apart from mid-level applicants.
Which companies hire senior level ar specialists?
Companies hiring senior level ar specialists right now include Domino's, Celgene Corporation, and Revolution Medicines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from large enterprises with high transaction volumes, healthcare systems, professional services firms, and manufacturing companies that need experienced professionals to manage complex receivables portfolios.
Are there remote senior level ar specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 33% of senior level ar specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in finance and accounting roles. Fully remote positions tend to appear more often at companies with distributed teams or cloud-based billing infrastructure, while on-site roles are more common in healthcare and manufacturing.
What makes a ar specialist role senior level?
Senior level ar specialist roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this level, you're setting collection strategies, managing high-value or complex accounts, overseeing reconciliation processes, and often guiding junior team members. You're expected to collaborate directly with finance leadership, identify systemic billing issues, and drive improvements that affect the organization's cash flow and DSO metrics.
Which industries hire the most senior level ar specialists?
Senior Level ar specialist roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to have large, recurring billing cycles, complex payer or customer relationships, and the transaction volume that justifies experienced AR leadership to protect cash flow and maintain compliance.