ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE OFFICER - St Leonards, Sydney based position

• Hybrid work arrangements available
• Convenient modern offices near public transport

Hamilton Island is experiencing record occupancy and unprecedented demand which has created an opportunity for an experienced and qualified Accounts Receivable Officer to join our finance team based at our St. Leonards offices.

As part of the finance team of 15 your role as Accounts Receivable Officer and part of the Accounts Receivable team of 4 is responsible for processing, reconciling and maintaining Hamilton Island Services (HIS) debtor accounts in an efficient and accurate manner, and administer related HIS debtor functions.

Your Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Fantastic work culture and supportive team
• Convenient modern offices near public transport
• Free gym and subsidised fitness classes
• Discounted accommodation, tours and dining on Hamilton Island

Your Role

• Maintain debtor accounts to ensure that these are accurate, reconciled and up to date in all systems
• Allocate receipts to debtor accounts in an accurate and timely manner. Discrepancies are to be investigated, actioned and resolved within a reasonable time frame
• Ensure accurate raising of invoices and adjustments in a timely manner
• Respond to all internal and external enquiries in a prompt and courteous manner and take appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome
• Resolve disputes and variances as they arise with accuracy ensuring proper authorisations
• Assist in debt collection ensuring collection is within terms whilst maintaining positive relationships with customers
• Action the inputting of cash receipts, data entry and daily banking efficiently and accurately
• Maintain an accurate and up to date filing system
• Assist in credit card disputes with the credit card companies and HIE in a prompt and efficient manner and the processing and reconciling of payment and discrepancy
• Perform any other Accounts Receivable related tasks as requested by the Accounts Receivable supervisor
• Coordinate and review quarterly utilities meter reads and ensure accurate translation into the utilities billing system.
• Organise interim meter reads on utilities as a result of a change of ownership or tenancy.
• Maintain all HIS-related master files, such as properties, meters and debtor accounts.

About You

You have excellent personal presentation, communication and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail is essential for this position combined with the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a diverse team. You work well under pressure and to set deadlines and meet them.

You will also have:

• HSC or equivalent level with at least 2 years’ Accounts Receivable experience (Desirable)
• Basic accounting knowledge (Essential) 
• Computer literate, including high proficiency across Microsoft Office including Excel spreadsheets. (Essential) 
• Previous Local Government or Energy Supplier experience (Desirable) 
• Experience with Finance One (Desirable) 

About Us

Part of the Whitsundays and in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is one of Australia’s most spectacular and sought-after holiday destinations. Surrounded by pristine white beaches, and a kaleidoscope of coral and marine life, the island boasts 4 resort options, over 20 different culinary options, a championship golf course, a luxury Yacht Club and of course the award winning qualia resort.

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Hamilton Island is much more than a great place to work – it’s an amazing career opportunity.

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