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AR Specialists manage accounts receivable cycles that employers actively sponsor for H-1B visas, particularly at healthcare systems, manufacturers, and financial services firms where billing volume demands dedicated expertise. Your degree in accounting, finance, or business administration satisfies the specialty occupation requirement USCIS uses to evaluate H-1B visa eligibility.
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GSM Outdoors is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive AR Claims Specialist to join our Accounts Receivable team. This individual will play an important role in managing outstanding receivables, researching and resolving customer deductions, and helping ensure timely payment of open balances.
The AR Claims Specialist will work directly with large retail customers, utilizing customer portals and internal systems to investigate discrepancies, submit and maintain claims, and secure supporting documentation for dispute resolution. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, comfortable navigating customer portals, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Position Summary
The AR Claims Specialist is responsible for managing customer claims and discrepancies, monitoring outstanding accounts receivable, and supporting collection efforts to improve cash flow and minimize unresolved deductions. This role requires consistent communication with customers and internal departments to research issues, resolve disputes, and ensure accurate account reconciliation.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitor outstanding accounts receivable and assist with collection efforts to secure timely payment on delinquent accounts.
- Research, investigate, and resolve customer deductions, chargebacks, short payments, and other account discrepancies, particularly with large retail customers.
- Utilize customer portals, including Amazon and Walmart, to research, submit, track, and maintain claims and disputes.
- Prepare, submit, and follow up on customer claims through online portals and internal tracking spreadsheets.
- Research and retrieve invoices, proof of delivery, purchase orders, and other supporting documentation needed to substantiate customer disputes.
- Communicate with customers primarily through email regarding outstanding balances, payment status, claims, and account discrepancies.
- Prepare and distribute customer statements and assist with account reconciliations to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
- Identify recurring discrepancies and communicate potential issues or trends to the appropriate team members.
- Export, organize, and analyze account data using Microsoft Excel to support claims management, collections, and reporting.
- Provide regular updates to the supervisor regarding outstanding claims, collection activity, unresolved discrepancies, and overall progress.
- Assist with billing-related activities and other Accounts Receivable functions as needed.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
What You'll Bring
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, collections, claims processing, or a related accounting function preferred.
- Experience working with accounting or ERP software preferred.
- Familiarity with large retailer customer portals, particularly Amazon and Walmart, is a plus.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to export, organize, manipulate, and analyze data within Excel spreadsheets.
- Comfortable navigating customer portals and managing claims through online platforms.
- Ability to research account discrepancies and identify appropriate supporting documentation.
Key Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple accounts, claims, and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing financial information and supporting documentation.
- Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, with sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently, maintain productivity, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Collaborative team player who proactively seeks information, shares ideas, and works effectively with others.
- Resourceful and adaptable, with a willingness to receive feedback and continuously improve processes.
Why GSM Outdoors?
At GSM Outdoors, we're passionate about creating products that enhance outdoor experiences. Our diverse portfolio of trusted brands serves customers across hunting, shooting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. Joining our team means becoming part of a growing organization where collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement make a difference.
An individual must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.
About the Role
GSM Outdoors is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive AR Claims Specialist to join our Accounts Receivable team. This individual will play an important role in managing outstanding receivables, researching and resolving customer deductions, and helping ensure timely payment of open balances.
The AR Claims Specialist will work directly with large retail customers, utilizing customer portals and internal systems to investigate discrepancies, submit and maintain claims, and secure supporting documentation for dispute resolution. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, comfortable navigating customer portals, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Position Summary
The AR Claims Specialist is responsible for managing customer claims and discrepancies, monitoring outstanding accounts receivable, and supporting collection efforts to improve cash flow and minimize unresolved deductions. This role requires consistent communication with customers and internal departments to research issues, resolve disputes, and ensure accurate account reconciliation.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitor outstanding accounts receivable and assist with collection efforts to secure timely payment on delinquent accounts.
- Research, investigate, and resolve customer deductions, chargebacks, short payments, and other account discrepancies, particularly with large retail customers.
- Utilize customer portals, including Amazon and Walmart, to research, submit, track, and maintain claims and disputes.
- Prepare, submit, and follow up on customer claims through online portals and internal tracking spreadsheets.
- Research and retrieve invoices, proof of delivery, purchase orders, and other supporting documentation needed to substantiate customer disputes.
- Communicate with customers primarily through email regarding outstanding balances, payment status, claims, and account discrepancies.
- Prepare and distribute customer statements and assist with account reconciliations to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
- Identify recurring discrepancies and communicate potential issues or trends to the appropriate team members.
- Export, organize, and analyze account data using Microsoft Excel to support claims management, collections, and reporting.
- Provide regular updates to the supervisor regarding outstanding claims, collection activity, unresolved discrepancies, and overall progress.
- Assist with billing-related activities and other Accounts Receivable functions as needed.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
What You'll Bring
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, collections, claims processing, or a related accounting function preferred.
- Experience working with accounting or ERP software preferred.
- Familiarity with large retailer customer portals, particularly Amazon and Walmart, is a plus.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to export, organize, manipulate, and analyze data within Excel spreadsheets.
- Comfortable navigating customer portals and managing claims through online platforms.
- Ability to research account discrepancies and identify appropriate supporting documentation.
Key Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple accounts, claims, and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing financial information and supporting documentation.
- Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, with sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently, maintain productivity, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Collaborative team player who proactively seeks information, shares ideas, and works effectively with others.
- Resourceful and adaptable, with a willingness to receive feedback and continuously improve processes.
Why GSM Outdoors?
At GSM Outdoors, we're passionate about creating products that enhance outdoor experiences. Our diverse portfolio of trusted brands serves customers across hunting, shooting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. Joining our team means becoming part of a growing organization where collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement make a difference.
An individual must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Ar Specialist
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree field to directly relate to accounts receivable work. An accounting, finance, or business administration degree clears this bar. A general studies or unrelated degree may trigger an RFE, so confirm your transcript aligns before applying.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter AR Specialist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. That history signals the employer already understands the H-1B process and won't treat your visa status as an obstacle during hiring.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for AR Specialists in your metro area. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before your salary conversation so you know the floor they're legally required to meet.
Prioritize healthcare and ERP-dependent employers
Healthcare systems and manufacturers running SAP or Oracle ERP platforms file H-1B petitions for AR roles more consistently than small businesses. These organizations have dedicated HR teams familiar with the I-129 process and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-filing.
Confirm cap-exempt status if switching from a nonprofit
If you're currently employed at a university, nonprofit hospital, or government research institution, your employer may qualify as cap-exempt. A cap-exempt H-1B transfer to a for-profit AR role resets your cap-subject status, so time your move to align with USCIS filing windows in April.
Document your O*NET occupation code for petition accuracy
AR Specialist roles map to specific SOC codes in O*NET, which your employer's attorney uses when filing the LCA and I-129. Misclassified occupation codes are a common RFE trigger. Confirm your job description matches the duties listed under your assigned code before the petition is filed.
H-1B Visa Ar Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AR Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a directly related field. Generic AR roles that accept any degree may face USCIS scrutiny. To strengthen the petition, your employer's job description should specify the degree requirement and tie it to the technical nature of the work, such as applying GAAP standards or managing revenue recognition cycles.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for AR Specialists most reliably?
Healthcare systems, large manufacturers, and financial services companies sponsor H-1B visas for AR roles with the most consistency. These employers typically run high-volume billing operations that require dedicated specialists and have in-house HR or legal teams experienced with USCIS filings. You can browse AR Specialist roles filtered by H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer changes billing systems or restructures the AR department?
A material change to your job duties, work location, or salary may require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. If your role shifts from AR collections to a substantially different function, the amended petition must reflect the new position. Stay in contact with your employer's HR or immigration counsel when organizational changes are announced.
Can I start an AR Specialist job before my H-1B is approved?
Not for cap-subject petitions. Your employment start date cannot precede October 1 of the fiscal year for which you were selected. If you're changing employers and already hold an approved H-1B, you can begin working for the new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition under H-1B portability rules, provided you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect AR Specialist job offers?
Your employer must certify in the LCA that they'll pay you at least the prevailing wage for AR Specialists in your specific geographic area, as determined by DOL wage data. Wage Level I applies to entry-level roles, while Levels II through IV reflect increasing experience and complexity. You can cross-check your offer against DOL benchmarks using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting a position.