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AR Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's accountant category, making this a direct path for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a CPA designation or equivalent accounting credentials. Canadian citizens can present their support letter and documentation directly at a U.S. port of entry, while Mexican nationals apply through a U.S. consulate with employer-provided documentation.
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Get Access To All JobsGENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Maintain Accounts Receivable business partner accounts by printing invoices, proof reading, submitting invoices, processing payments, collection calls, credit check processing and maintaining files. Work in the office 100 percent of the time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Maintain and monitor accounts receivable email
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Proofread sales orders and customer purchase orders regarding accounting concerns. Bill to, payment terms, sales tax, delivery terms and applicable notes
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Monitor customers ongoing: to allow shipments
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Proofread shipping paperwork
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Processing invoices daily and ensuring proper digital invoice delivery
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Maintain daily banking transaction reports
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Validate and record customer payments, including customer deductions and short payment resolution
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Maintain Accounts Receivable open and closed files
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Review accounts receivable aging reports, initiate collection calls and correspondence, and work collaboratively with customers and internal departments to resolve outstanding balances
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New business partner set up in ERP system
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Perform credit checks on new and current business partners
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Collect tax exempt certificates – update database
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Month end Intercompany confirmations activities
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Perform account analysis
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Maintain reports as needed, weekly, monthly, quarterly
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Journal entry creation and entry
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Bank Reconciliation
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Accounts Payable knowledge
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Willingness to cross training in other areas
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Attention to detail a must
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
One to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Bookkeeping certification is a plus.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to perform basic math; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
Concentration in Excel skills. Ability to navigate and use internet/intranet and other programs such as the MS Office package including Word, PowerPoint and Access, or Company-wide cross functional Enterprise Resource Planning software (ERP) is helpful. Must also be able to perform limited troubleshooting.
Other Qualifications
Successful candidate will be highly motivated, team oriented and well-organized. Possess strong analytical skills, negotiating, and the ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The following are physical labor characteristics associated with this job.
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Standing – Under 1/3 of day
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Walking – Under 1/3 of day
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Sitting - Over 2/3 of day
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Using hands to handle or feel – Over 2/3 of day
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Reaching with hands and arms - Over 2/3 of day
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Kneeling or crouching – Under 1/3 of day
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Talking or hearing - Under 1/3 of day
Amount of time spent lifting:
- Up to 25 lbs. – under 1/3 of day
Details on the specific job duties that require the physical demands selected above.
- Occasionally required to lift 25 pounds or less to re-organize area or pack and move boxes for storage and move paper boxes from printer to printer
Vision Requirements
- Close vision (clear vision at 10-20 inches)
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The following are characteristics associated with the environment in which this job is typically performed.
Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
ABOUT TDK-LAMBDA AMERICAS INC.
Acquired by TDK in 2008, TDK-Lambda Americas Inc. represents the culmination of three well-established North American power manufacturers: Electronic Measurements Inc., Lambda Electronics, and Innoveta Technologies. We have earned the reputation of being a trusted world-class organization through a history of providing reliable and innovative power supplies. Our broad product offering features over 6,000 models that are suited for many applications, including medical, industrial, broadcast, defense, factory automation, and LED/LCD signage. Our view is that "power supply" is more than just an electronic device, but the heart of our customer's systems. This belief has helped us become a global leader in our industry.
We employ approximately 300 people in our engineering, manufacturing, and sales offices across the United States. At our company, we value the work and ideas of our employees. They are encouraged to express their opinions and take the initiative, which has helped with the growth of our community and kept us at the cutting edge of new technologies. We offer our employees not only a career opportunity but also an environment that allows them to succeed.
TDK-Lambda Americas offers great benefits and perks, including healthcare benefits, a 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), educational assistance, recognition plans, service awards, and performance-based awards.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. TDK-Lambda Americas is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with that commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Maintain Accounts Receivable business partner accounts by printing invoices, proof reading, submitting invoices, processing payments, collection calls, credit check processing and maintaining files. Work in the office 100 percent of the time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
-
Maintain and monitor accounts receivable email
-
Proofread sales orders and customer purchase orders regarding accounting concerns. Bill to, payment terms, sales tax, delivery terms and applicable notes
-
Monitor customers ongoing: to allow shipments
-
Proofread shipping paperwork
-
Processing invoices daily and ensuring proper digital invoice delivery
-
Maintain daily banking transaction reports
-
Validate and record customer payments, including customer deductions and short payment resolution
-
Maintain Accounts Receivable open and closed files
-
Review accounts receivable aging reports, initiate collection calls and correspondence, and work collaboratively with customers and internal departments to resolve outstanding balances
-
New business partner set up in ERP system
-
Perform credit checks on new and current business partners
-
Collect tax exempt certificates – update database
-
Month end Intercompany confirmations activities
-
Perform account analysis
-
Maintain reports as needed, weekly, monthly, quarterly
-
Journal entry creation and entry
-
Bank Reconciliation
-
Accounts Payable knowledge
-
Willingness to cross training in other areas
-
Attention to detail a must
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
One to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Bookkeeping certification is a plus.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to perform basic math; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
Concentration in Excel skills. Ability to navigate and use internet/intranet and other programs such as the MS Office package including Word, PowerPoint and Access, or Company-wide cross functional Enterprise Resource Planning software (ERP) is helpful. Must also be able to perform limited troubleshooting.
Other Qualifications
Successful candidate will be highly motivated, team oriented and well-organized. Possess strong analytical skills, negotiating, and the ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The following are physical labor characteristics associated with this job.
-
Standing – Under 1/3 of day
-
Walking – Under 1/3 of day
-
Sitting - Over 2/3 of day
-
Using hands to handle or feel – Over 2/3 of day
-
Reaching with hands and arms - Over 2/3 of day
-
Kneeling or crouching – Under 1/3 of day
-
Talking or hearing - Under 1/3 of day
Amount of time spent lifting:
- Up to 25 lbs. – under 1/3 of day
Details on the specific job duties that require the physical demands selected above.
- Occasionally required to lift 25 pounds or less to re-organize area or pack and move boxes for storage and move paper boxes from printer to printer
Vision Requirements
- Close vision (clear vision at 10-20 inches)
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The following are characteristics associated with the environment in which this job is typically performed.
Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
ABOUT TDK-LAMBDA AMERICAS INC.
Acquired by TDK in 2008, TDK-Lambda Americas Inc. represents the culmination of three well-established North American power manufacturers: Electronic Measurements Inc., Lambda Electronics, and Innoveta Technologies. We have earned the reputation of being a trusted world-class organization through a history of providing reliable and innovative power supplies. Our broad product offering features over 6,000 models that are suited for many applications, including medical, industrial, broadcast, defense, factory automation, and LED/LCD signage. Our view is that "power supply" is more than just an electronic device, but the heart of our customer's systems. This belief has helped us become a global leader in our industry.
We employ approximately 300 people in our engineering, manufacturing, and sales offices across the United States. At our company, we value the work and ideas of our employees. They are encouraged to express their opinions and take the initiative, which has helped with the growth of our community and kept us at the cutting edge of new technologies. We offer our employees not only a career opportunity but also an environment that allows them to succeed.
TDK-Lambda Americas offers great benefits and perks, including healthcare benefits, a 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), educational assistance, recognition plans, service awards, and performance-based awards.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. TDK-Lambda Americas is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with that commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Ar Specialist
Match your credentials to the accountant category
TN visa classification for AR Specialist roles depends on qualifying under the accountant category, which requires a CPA license or equivalent. Gather your provincial CPA certificate or Mexican Contador Público title before applying to any roles.
Target employers with recent visa filings
Employers with recent visa filings for accounting roles have already navigated work visa sponsorship processes. Prioritize those employers because they understand visa requirements and won't treat TN sponsorship as an unfamiliar obligation.
Clarify the job title before the offer stage
CBP officers evaluate TN eligibility based on the actual job duties, not just the title. Confirm that your offer letter describes accounts receivable functions tied to accounting analysis, not generic billing or data entry work, which CBP may classify outside the accountant category.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers efficiently
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unprepared to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters AR Specialist roles by TN visa sponsorship availability, so you're only reviewing positions where the employer has already committed to the process.
Prepare your support letter with specific duty language
Your employer's support letter must connect your AR Specialist duties to the accountant TN category. Ask the hiring manager to reference financial statement preparation, credit analysis, or reconciliation work rather than vague accounts receivable descriptions that could raise CBP questions.
Understand the Mexican TN allocation before your timeline
Mexico has a separate annual TN allocation under USMCA. If you're a Mexican citizen, confirm with your employer that the annual cap hasn't been reached for the fiscal year, since Mexican TN applications require consular processing unlike Canadian port-of-entry applications.
Ar Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AR Specialist role qualify for the TN visa?
Yes, but the classification depends on the job duties mapping to the accountant TN category under USMCA. The role must involve substantive accounting functions such as financial analysis, reconciliation, and credit evaluation. Roles limited to invoicing or data entry without analytical accounting duties may not satisfy CBP's review at the port of entry.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for AR Specialist positions?
TN visa sponsorship for AR Specialists is faster and more predictable than H-1B visa. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and Canadians can obtain TN status at a U.S. port of entry the same day as their interview. H-1B requires USCIS petition approval and is subject to a random selection process with a limited annual cap.
Where can I find AR Specialist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by TN visa sponsorship, so you'll end up screening dozens of roles manually. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals and lets you search AR Specialist positions where the employer has already indicated willingness to sponsor TN status, cutting out the guesswork entirely.
Do I need a CPA license to get TN visa sponsorship as an AR Specialist?
A CPA license or its equivalent is the standard credential CBP expects for TN classification under the accountant category. Canadian professionals typically present their provincial CPA designation. Mexican nationals generally present a Contador Público title from a recognized Mexican institution. Without a recognized accounting credential, qualifying under the accountant TN category becomes significantly harder.
Can my employer sponsor my TN visa renewal if I change AR roles within the same company?
Yes, but a significant change in job duties requires a new TN petition or port-of-entry application reflecting the updated role. If your AR Specialist responsibilities shift materially, such as moving from collections analysis to payroll functions, your employer should file an amended TN to ensure your status accurately reflects your current duties and avoids compliance issues.