Accounts Receivable Clerk Jobs for OPT Students
Accounts Receivable Clerk roles involve invoicing, payment tracking, and reconciliation work that aligns well with business, finance, and accounting degrees, making them a strong OPT match. Many employers file LCAs for these positions, and your 12-month OPT window is typically enough time to prove value and prompt an H-1B conversation.
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We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing all aspects of accounts receivable while supporting various business units. This position offers a dynamic work environment with flexible hours to accommodate your schedule.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full accounts receivable process, including invoicing, collections, and cash applications.
- Handle commercial collections efficiently to ensure timely payments and resolve discrepancies.
- Process and reconcile cash applications while maintaining accurate records.
- Monitor and manage billing functions to ensure compliance with financial standards.
- Maintain and update general ledger accounts related to accounts receivable.
- Collaborate with multiple business units to support their financial needs.
- Prepare and analyze accounts receivable reports to provide insights on payment trends and outstanding balances.
- Address debits, credits, and adjustments to ensure accurate account balances.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable.
- Strong knowledge of general ledger functions and financial reconciliation.
- Experience with commercial collections and billing processes.
- Ability to handle cash applications and ensure accuracy in financial records.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units.
BENEFITS
Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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INTRODUCTION
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing all aspects of accounts receivable while supporting various business units. This position offers a dynamic work environment with flexible hours to accommodate your schedule.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full accounts receivable process, including invoicing, collections, and cash applications.
- Handle commercial collections efficiently to ensure timely payments and resolve discrepancies.
- Process and reconcile cash applications while maintaining accurate records.
- Monitor and manage billing functions to ensure compliance with financial standards.
- Maintain and update general ledger accounts related to accounts receivable.
- Collaborate with multiple business units to support their financial needs.
- Prepare and analyze accounts receivable reports to provide insights on payment trends and outstanding balances.
- Address debits, credits, and adjustments to ensure accurate account balances.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts receivable.
- Strong knowledge of general ledger functions and financial reconciliation.
- Experience with commercial collections and billing processes.
- Ability to handle cash applications and ensure accuracy in financial records.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple business units.
BENEFITS
Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Accounts Receivable Clerk
Target employers with active LCA filings
Companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for accounting or finance roles are already familiar with visa sponsorship. Focusing your search on these employers significantly improves your chances of finding a path beyond OPT.
Raise the sponsorship conversation early
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage, not months later. Employers need time to prepare LCA filings and attorney coordination. Bringing it up early signals professionalism and gives both sides time to plan.
Prioritize mid-size and large companies over small firms
Smaller businesses rarely have immigration counsel on retainer. Mid-size and enterprise employers in healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics regularly sponsor AR clerks and have established processes for doing so.
Document your contributions in measurable terms
Track metrics like days sales outstanding improvements, error rates reduced, or collections volume handled. Concrete numbers make the business case for sponsorship easier when your manager advocates for you internally.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Accounts Receivable Clerk on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. Your OPT employment must be directly related to your major area of study. An AR Clerk role is a strong fit for most business and finance graduates, but you should confirm the connection between the job duties and your specific degree program before accepting an offer.
Do Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
They can, but it depends on how the employer defines the role. If the position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance specifically, it meets the specialty occupation standard. Roles posted as open to any degree field are harder to support. When evaluating offers, look for job descriptions that explicitly require a degree in a specific business or finance discipline.
Where can I find Accounts Receivable Clerk jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by employers with a history of visa sponsorship. Browsing Migrate Mate for AR Clerk positions gives you a shortlist of companies already familiar with OPT and H-1B processes, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.
Does an Accounts Receivable Clerk role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Not on its own. STEM OPT requires a degree in a qualifying STEM field, and accounting and finance are not currently on the USCIS STEM designated degree list. If your degree is in management information systems, data analytics, or another STEM-adjacent field and your AR role involves substantial data or systems work, consult your DSO to assess whether an extension could apply.
What happens if my OPT expires before my employer files for H-1B?
If your OPT expires before an H-1B petition is filed and approved, you lose work authorization and must stop working. The H-1B cap-gap rule can bridge the gap if your employer files before April 1 and your OPT is valid at the time of filing, extending your authorization through September 30. Talk to your DSO and your employer's immigration counsel well before your expiration date.
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