• Opportunity to learn and grow in a diverse culture of collaborative, positive and supportive people.
• Full Time, 6-month Fixed Term project opportunity | $79,526 + super
• Flexible working environment

About the Opportunity

As part of the Finance and Procurement team the Accounts Receivable Officer will provide support and the delivery of a professional and efficient Accounts Receivable function.

In this role, you will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Operating and maintaining of the debtor’s ledger including, Licensing and other program debtors.
• Processing and allocation of payments.
• Reconciliation of debtor accounts
• Following up of high value outstanding accounts to facilitate payment resolutions.
• Administering support for customers assessed as experiencing financial hardship.
• Liaising with our Collection Agency on appropriate recovery steps for referred delinquent debt.
• Processing and responding to customer enquiries.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience in Accounts Receivable functions in a general office environment in a medium to large organisation.
• Experience in identifying process improvement opportunities and potential cost efficiencies across a broad range of transactional services and business processes.
• Experience in the operation of Pathway or other enterprise financial accounting systems.
• Experience in contributing to the development and application of corporate projects and continuous improvement projects
• Able to work accurately to agreed deadlines.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

To find out how our people make a difference please watch this video.

The Finance & Procurement Team ensures that public resources are effectively managed to enable the delivery of Council’s priorities and strategic plans, funding a long-term financially sustainable approach to governance, and creating significant public value through its sustainable procurement practices.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to David Burgess, Team Leader Rates and Receivables on 08 8203 7571.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to David Burgess, Team Leader Rates and Receivables.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close 11:59pm, 2 March 2025.

Please be advised this is a 6-month fixed term opportunity with a starting salary at the Level 3 Classification commencing at $79,526 + 11.5% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

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