Accounts Receivable Officer (1x Permanent Role & 1x Temporary Role)
Location:
Wakeley
Department:
Rates & Receivables
Employment type:
Permanent Full Time
Work Arrangement:
On-site
THE POSITION:
We are seeking to fill
one permanent and one temporary (12-month) Accounts Receivable Officer position
within our Finance team.
The Accounts Receivable Officer plays a key role in supporting Council's financial operations through the administration of invoicing, debt collection, receipting, reconciliations and month-end processing activities.
Working closely with internal business units and external customers, you will help ensure the accurate and timely collection of Council revenue, maintain financial records and contribute to the delivery of efficient, high-quality customer service.
The role also provides support to the Rates Team to meet operational requirements where required.
ABOUT YOU:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Well-developed customer service skills, with the ability to respond professionally and effectively to customer enquiries and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Experience in accounts receivable, invoicing, debt collection, receipting and related financial administration processes.
Robust organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate financial records and information management systems.
Experience undertaking reconciliations, reporting activities and month-end processing to support financial integrity and reporting requirements.
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment to achieve service delivery objectives.




Sound problem-solving skills, with the initiative to identify issues and implement practical solutions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook, along with experience using financial management systems and databases.
Knowledge of Local Government legislation and processes relating to rates and receivables will be highly regarded.
SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
1x Permanent full-time position, working 70 hours per fortnight
1x Temporary 12-month full-time position, working 70 hours per fortnight
This position is a Grade 3, with a salary range of $71, 173 p.a. with progression to $74, 777 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, and performance progression up to $83, 373 p.a., plus superannuation.
Fairfield City Council offers a great working environment, where your career development and work life balance matters.
We offer a range of benefits including:
Flexible working options
Study assistance including up to 10 days Study Leave
Wellbeing initiatives including Flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym
Free onsite parkingEnjoy additional leave benefits, including 5 days MyLeave annually
Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
FURTHER CONTACTS:
Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Manager Finance, Jennifer Lim Hernandez on *********.
A Position Description is available on Council's careers website.
CLOSING DATE:
Sunday 11 October ****, 11:59pm
Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer.
As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.
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FAIRFIELD NSW ****
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