Job title: | Accounts Payable & Receivable Officer |
Contract type: | Permanent |
Location: | Melbourne, Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs |
Industry: | Corporate Services, Residential Construction |
Salary | Competitive |
Reference: | BH-13233 |
Contact name: | Katie Mitchell |
Contact email: | katie.mitchell@fetchrecruit.com.au |
My client, a mid-size construction business, is now seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Officer to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of accounts receivables and a shared workload on the AP side; ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely processing. Construction industry experience is preferred for this role though not absolutely essential.
The Role
Key responsibilities may include, but not limited to, the following:
Process invoices, expense reports, and payment requests in a timely and accurate manner.
Verify that all invoices and payment requests are properly authorized and supported by appropriate documentation.
Enter invoice and payment data into accounting software and reconcile vendor statements.
Prepare and process weekly or monthly payment runs, ensuring timely payment of invoices.
Communicate with vendors to resolve any issues related to invoices or payments.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes as necessary.
Record all customer payments and reconcile customer accounts.
Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments and follow up with customers as necessary.
Resolve any billing discrepancies or disputes with customers.
Respond to customer inquiries related to billing, payments, and account statements.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts receivable records and reports.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes as necessary.
Collaborate with internal departments, such as sales and customer service, to ensure customer account information is up-to-date and accurate.
Provide financial/administrative support as required
The Person
The ideal candidate will have worked in an AP or AR capacity previously, ideally in a reasonably fast paced or high volume environment. Construction or related industry experience would be preferred but not essential - same with experience with MYOB.
To register interest in this position, please apply directly via this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your CV. All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Any additional correspondence can be directed to Katie Mitchell at Fetch Recruitment by email at katie.mitchell@fetchrecruit.com.au or via LinkedIn.