- Paying $54.03ph + super
- Malern VIC location with hybrid working flexibility
- Temp contract opportunity until 4th December with possible extensions

About the Role

Our client is a VIC government organisation based in Malvern VIC. They are currently seeking an Accounting Officer (Accounts Receivable) to come in and work with them on a temp contract opportunity until 4th December with possible extensions.

Requirements for this role include:

- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or similar

- Proven ability to work autonomously to achieve the objectives of Finance and provide effective Accounts Receivable and general accounting services in a timely and accurate manner.

- Proven experience as an Accounts Officer or Assistant Accountant

- Previous government experience (Desirable not essential)

Key responsibilities include:

- Accounts Receivable Workflow Management: Oversee end-to-end AR and general accounting operations to ensure accurate, timely service delivery aligned with Finance objectives.
- Stakeholder Communication & Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for debtor inquiries and manage the central mailbox to maintain high-quality internal and external communication.
- Reconciliations & Adjustments: Perform timely account reconciliations, process refunds, and resolve complex adjustment errors and discrepancies.
- Aged Debt Collection & Departmental Support:



Coordinate debt collection by analysing payment histories, credit lines, and payment plans while supporting Council departments in facilitating recoveries.
- Revenue Recognition Compliance: Ensure proper monthly and annual revenue recognition in full alignment with relevant accounting standards.
- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare high-quality, insightful monthly financial reports and end-of-year revenue statements.
- Process & Policy Continuous Improvement: Drive the review, development, and implementation of Council's finance policies, procedures, and systems to optimise performance.

What's in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:

- Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
- 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
- Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
- Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services

If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to [email protected]

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

qualification

- Tertiary qualification in Accounting
- Finance
- Commerce or similar

working at

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📌 accounting officer (accounts receivable) (Malvern)
🏢 Randstad
📍 Malvern