Job Description & Role Information
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For job seekers looking for an Accounts Receivable Officer role, this job description details what the role may involve and what skills and experience are required to give you the best chance of securing the position.
Overview of the Role:
Typically reporting to the Finance Manager or Accounts Receivable Manager in larger companies, the Accounts Receivable Officer assists the business track revenue and ensure payments are received and accurately recorded.
Typical job duties and responsibilities:
To efficiently measure and manage the debts owed to a company by their customers, an Accounts Receivable Officer must perform a wide range of job duties and responsibilities. These may include, but are not limited to:
Generate invoices
Verify and accurately post all payments to the correct invoice/s
Reconciliation of accounts receivable ledger, bank accounts, foreign currency payments etc
Support the month end process
Report on Aged Receivables plus other ad hoc reporting where applicable
In smaller companies, an Accounts Receivable Officer role and Credit Controller / Credit Officer role may be combined.
Skills and attributes:
The more common skills and attributes that are most needed for this role may include:
Accuracy and attention to detail when managing accounting figures and financial records
Understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations
Appropriate handling of sensitive information
Ability to prioritise and multi-task
Ability to build and manage client relationships
Ability to work autonomously, yet be part of a broader team
Excellent customer service skills
Team player with the ability to communicate and coordinate with multiple parties
Intermediate computer software skills, including Excel and Accounting packages
Salary Guide:
$45 - $60K + Super
Progression:
Accounts Receivable Supervisor / Credit Manager
National Credit Manager / Shared Services Manager
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