Ar Specialist Jobs for OPT Students
AR Specialist roles involve managing accounts receivable, reconciling invoices, and supporting financial operations, all functions that fall squarely within finance and accounting, a field with strong OPT sponsorship history. Your 12-month OPT window (up to 36 months with STEM OPT) gives you meaningful runway to prove your value.
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Kforce has a client in Toledo, OH that is seeking an AR Specialist. Responsibilities:
- Collection of past due balances, while maintaining a follow-up system with notes, in accordance with established goals
- Monitoring of process quality and testing root cause analysis to drive improvement
- Customer/Supplier/Operations escalation management
- Develop action plans collaboratively with credit and sales teams to maximize results and mitigate risk
- Escalation of customer issues timely to credit and leadership teams - manage up
- Collaborate with credit team to deliver insightful management reporting
- Participate in cash forecasting for business units and customers supported (30/60 day forecast)
- Present in monthly AR aging meetings
- Analyze cash discount deductions for resolution; Collect as appropriate
- Maintain compliance with required internal controls and policies
- Assist team members/back up/cross training
- Invest in personal growth and development, clearly focused on self-learning and the ability to grow and learn at an acceptable rate
- Capture the value of continuous learning and ongoing development opportunities
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED and 2 years of applicable work experience with accounts receivable, collections or cash application
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Demonstrated achievement in prior roles and ability to be successful in a team-oriented environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Business Intelligence (BI) and SAP ERP software
- Basic knowledge / understanding of OC customers, products and markets
- Knowledge of billing procedures and collections techniques (e.g. skip tracing)
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Responsibilities
Kforce has a client in Toledo, OH that is seeking an AR Specialist. Responsibilities:
- Collection of past due balances, while maintaining a follow-up system with notes, in accordance with established goals
- Monitoring of process quality and testing root cause analysis to drive improvement
- Customer/Supplier/Operations escalation management
- Develop action plans collaboratively with credit and sales teams to maximize results and mitigate risk
- Escalation of customer issues timely to credit and leadership teams - manage up
- Collaborate with credit team to deliver insightful management reporting
- Participate in cash forecasting for business units and customers supported (30/60 day forecast)
- Present in monthly AR aging meetings
- Analyze cash discount deductions for resolution; Collect as appropriate
- Maintain compliance with required internal controls and policies
- Assist team members/back up/cross training
- Invest in personal growth and development, clearly focused on self-learning and the ability to grow and learn at an acceptable rate
- Capture the value of continuous learning and ongoing development opportunities
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED and 2 years of applicable work experience with accounts receivable, collections or cash application
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Demonstrated achievement in prior roles and ability to be successful in a team-oriented environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Business Intelligence (BI) and SAP ERP software
- Basic knowledge / understanding of OC customers, products and markets
- Knowledge of billing procedures and collections techniques (e.g. skip tracing)
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Ar Specialist
Target companies with dedicated AR teams
Mid-size and enterprise companies with structured finance departments are more likely to sponsor than small businesses. Look for roles listing AP and AR separately, that signals a real finance function, not a generalist bookkeeper wearing many hats.
Highlight ERP and accounting software proficiency
AR Specialist roles almost always require experience with SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or QuickBooks. Listing specific software you've used, especially enterprise systems, makes your resume stand out and reduces the perceived risk of hiring an OPT candidate.
Frame your degree as a direct qualification
A bachelor's in accounting, finance, or business is exactly what AR roles require. Make this connection explicit in your cover letter. A clear degree-to-role match strengthens your H-1B specialty occupation case if sponsorship comes later.
Use STEM OPT if your degree qualifies
Finance degrees from STEM-designated programs can unlock 24 additional months of work authorization. If you qualify, highlight this to employers, it extends your timeline significantly and reduces the urgency they feel around the H-1B lottery.
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Can I work as an AR Specialist on OPT?
Yes. AR Specialist roles in accounts receivable, billing, and collections align directly with finance and accounting degree programs, which are among the most commonly approved fields for OPT. As long as your job duties relate to your degree field, working as an AR Specialist is consistent with your OPT authorization.
Do AR Specialist employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
It depends on the employer's size and HR infrastructure. Large corporations and publicly traded companies with dedicated finance departments are more likely to have sponsored H-1B visas before. Smaller businesses often lack the legal resources to navigate the process. Search for AR Specialist roles on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with sponsorship history.
Does an accounting degree qualify for STEM OPT extension in this field?
Some accounting and finance programs carry a STEM designation, but not all do. Whether your specific degree qualifies depends on your school and the CIP code assigned to your program. Check with your DSO, if your degree is STEM-designated, you can apply for a 24-month extension that gives you significantly more time to secure sponsorship.
What documents do I need to start an AR Specialist job on OPT?
You'll need your EAD card showing your OPT period, your valid F-1 visa stamp, your I-20 with your DSO's OPT authorization signature, and your passport. Your employer will also complete Form I-9 using these documents. Keep copies of everything and report your new employer to your DSO within 10 days of starting.
What happens to my OPT if I'm laid off from an AR Specialist role?
You're allowed a cumulative 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT (150 days total if you're on a STEM extension). If you're laid off, that clock starts immediately, so begin your job search right away. Update your SEVIS record through your DSO and look for new AR Specialist openings on Migrate Mate to minimize your gap.
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