Billing professionals are part of the accounting department, most often within a large company. They are responsible for preparing company sales-related invoices and forms.

Accounts receivable professionals work in the accounting department. They record the information for accounts receivable and control the regular payment of the company's debts.

Collection professionals are part of the accounting department. They are in charge of collecting past-due accounts, i.e. collecting money that customers owe the company, once the payment date has passed. The job involves contacting customers and providing them with convincing arguments to pay in a timely manner.

Credit professionals work for the accounting department. They are responsible for applying company standards, practices and policies in terms of credit. They study customer files and track the various levels of credit granted.

Accounting clerks are responsible for a variety of tasks within the accounting department. Duties vary depending on the size of the company, i.e. they will be broader in scope working for a small company.

Accounting technicians are often in charge of several activities and the accounting cycle. They are closely involved in preparing summary financial statements.

Accounts payable professions perform duties inherent to the operating debts the company is required to pay. They check and compile invoices and reconcile supplier account statements.

Bookkeepers generally work for small companies and can handle everal companies at the same time. They take care of all current tasks and those related to the presentation of the financial statements.

Purchasing and inventory management professionals handle purchasing transactions and keep track of material, equipment and merchandise inventory.