Accounts Receivable Officer

OUR CLIENT
A reputable and well-known fashion retail brand with over 50+ retail stores as well as distribution centers throughout Australia. We are a people-centered business with more than 5,000 team employees across our locations.
Our client takes great delight in offering high-quality items and a track record of steady expansion is looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Officer.

THE OPPORTUNITY
A team of 10 people includes an Accounts Receivable Officer who reports to the Finance Manager. Key responsibilities include:

• Daily processing of all bank receipts ensuring accurate and complete allocation of all customer and general ledger receipts.
• Ensuring resolution of any query or short payment by a customer is resolved in a timely manner. 
• Ensuring customer statements are issued on a regular monthly basis to minimize arrears.
• Ensuring invoices for “non-standard” charges and cost recoveries are timely so there is efficient financial reporting and customer payment.
• Ensuring customer credit notes and refunds are valid, authorized and processed in a timely manner.
• Managing and processing receipts across the various companies, including intercompany receipts.
• Processing EFTPOS and Credit Card payments.
• Addressing and responding to customer inquiries and following up as required with internal staff.
• Reconciliation of customer accounts and follow up where required.
• Providing weekly performance reports of accounts receivable process.
• Managing the monthly reconciliation of control accounts.

ABOUT YOU
You'll be someone who enjoys a challenge, takes pleasure in producing accurate and high-quality work, and has the shown capacity to manage a heavy workload. You'll bring a positive attitude and the ability to learn & adapt quickly.
Skills and Experience required:

• 2-3 years accounts receivable or general accounting experience.
• Experience in working within high volume environments
• Knowledge of relevant accounting software 
• An understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting skills.
• Proficient Microsoft Office knowledge and skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• High degree of attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written

WHAT WE OFFER

• Positive and safe workplace culture and environment
• Competitive salary ($80,000-&100,000) and compensation based on experience
• Professional development and career development opportunities