Accounts Payable & Receivable Officer

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.