AR Specialist
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An AR Specialist owns collections, invoicing, payment tracking, and account reconciliation to improve cash flow and reduce DSO. They collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, and Customer Success in a high-growth startup.
About this role
fal is the generative media ecosystem powering the next generation of AI products. We build the infrastructure, tools, and model access that teams need to move from idea to production, and do it at scale without compromise. For developers and enterprises, fal is the foundation that makes generative media not just possible, but practical: a unified platform where high-performance inference, orchestration, and observability come together to unlock new categories of AI-native products.
As generative media reshapes industries across a market projected to grow by hundreds of billions over the next decade, fal is becoming the ecosystem that ambitious teams build on.
About Us
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive AR Specialist to own collections processes, improve cash flow operations, and partner cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, Operations and Customer Success teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in startup environments, and enjoys solving operational challenges.
Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable Management
Manage the end-to-end accounts receivable process, including invoicing, payment tracking, and account reconciliation
Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on outstanding invoices
Maintain accurate customer account records and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner
Support month-end close activities related to AR and cash application
Collections & Cash Flow Operations
Execute collection strategies to reduce DSO and improve cash collections
Build strong relationships with customer AP teams to resolve payment delays professionally and efficiently
Escalate high-risk or delinquent accounts appropriately while maintaining positive customer relationships
Analyze customer payment trends and identify collection risks early
Systems & Process Improvement
Utilize collection tools to manage collection workflows, automate outreach, and track collection performance metrics
Collaborate with Finance leadership to optimize AR processes, reporting, and controls
Partner with Sales to ensure billing accuracy and smooth customer onboarding
Help implement scalable systems and best practices suitable for a high-growth startup environment
Reporting & Analytics
Prepare weekly AR aging and collections reports for leadership
Track KPIs, including DSO, collection effectiveness, and overdue balances
Support audit requests and maintain documentation for compliance purposes
Qualifications
Required
3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Billing, or Collections
Experience in a SaaS, technology, or startup environment preferred
Strong understanding of AR processes, collections strategies, and cash application workflows
Experience with ERP/accounting systems
Excellent communication and negotiation skills and comfortable calling customers on the phone
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Hands-on experience with Tesorio or similar AR automation/collections platforms
Experience supporting enterprise or B2B customers
Familiarity with SaaS billing models, contracts, and revenue operations
Use AI tool to perform analysis and summary
Experience working cross-functionally with Sales and Operations
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to shape the accounting foundation of a high-growth AI startup.
Work with a collaborative, mission-driven team.
Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits.
High autonomy and real ownership over core financial operations.
Compensation
$100,000 - $140,000 + equity + comprehensive benefits package
Location
We are currently hiring in downtown San Francisco.
Skills
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