03rd November, ****
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE OFFICER
Join a Team That Keeps Northern Australia Connected
We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Officer to join our Finance team in Cairns.
Working closely with the Credit Controller, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate customer accounts, processing customer payments, supporting credit management activities, and contributing to effective cash flow management across the business.
The role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of customer account information and the timely collection of outstanding debts.
Sea Swift is Northern Australia's largest shipping company, delivering essential marine transport and logistics services to remote communities across the region.
What you will be doing:
Accounts Receivable Administration
Create and maintain customer accounts in SAP.
Process and allocate EFT, cash and credit card receipts.
Prepare and distribute monthly customer statements.
Conduct account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
Credit Management
With the assistance of the Credit Controller, assess Credit worthiness of new Business Customers applications within authority levels and in line with Sea Swift's Credit Assessment, Policy & Procedure Manual.
Monitor debtor ageing and undertake collection activities
Assist in managing stop credit process.
Respond to trade reference requests.
Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement




Liaise with customers regarding account enquiries
Partner with Customer Service and Sales teams to resolve account issues.
Provide advice regarding customer account status.
What we require from you:
Qualifications and experience
Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or Finance Administration.
Strong reconciliation and data entry skills.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookup functions.
High attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks in a high volume, fast paced environment
SAP Business One experience desirable.
Understanding of credit management principles.
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo reference checks, a Police Check, pre-employment medical assessment, and drug and alcohol screening.
Why Join Sea Swift?
At Sea Swift, our people are our greatest asset.
We offer a supportive workplace along with a range of benefits, including:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ongoing learning and development
Employee rewards and recognition program
Discounted health insurance
Salary sacrifice options
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Sea Swift is an Equal Prospect Employer and values diversity in the workplace.
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📌 Cairns - Accounts Receivable (Queensland)
🏢 Sea Swift
📍 Queensland