Accounts Receivable Officer

1 day ago


Ballarat, Victoria, Australia R & J Batteries Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Are you ready to power up your career?

R&J Batteries are one of the biggest battery and lubricant distributors across Australia and New Zealand. We're a family-owned company and love what we do

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Accounts Receivable Officer to join our friendly and supportive Accounts team based on site at our Ballarat Head Office.

If you are a 'numbers person' this role may be for you  Further training will be provided in addition to your experience.

About the ROLE

Working in a finance team of 10 and reporting to the Finance Manager, the main responsibilities will include;

  • Daily allocating/receipting of payments
  • Daily Bank statement reconciliations
  • Verify and post receipts plus resolve any discrepancies with customers and our branches
  • Set up new customers on the ERP system including obtaining trade references
  • Handle telephone account queries and provide high level of customer service
  • Process adjustments and rebates on customer accounts as required
  • Process month end, including running debtor statements
  • Assist with other duties within the Finance team as required
  • Build positive working relationships internally and with customers.
  • Assist with ad-hoc duties as required
  • Live our Values to promote a positive culture and engaged workforce in a safe environment.

Hours of work Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5.06pm (38 hours) with 30 minutes lunch break.

About YOU

Ideally, you will have at least 2 years' experience in AR and a good attitude and passion for accounts.

Preferred skills and experience include:

  • End-to-end Accounts Receivable experience is essential, along with experience in reconciliations and end of month activities
  • Comfortable and capable of working within a high-volume transactional environment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with a high-level attention to detail and accuracy
  • Demonstrated ability to confidently work in a team environment
  • Professional and courteous phone manner; strong customer service mindset
  • Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting/ERP software
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Analytical skills
  • Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.

What's in it for you?

  • Attractive salary package and profit share.
  • Career Development and Training
  • Amazing staff discounts on our products.
  • Regular performance reviews, rewards & recognition
  • Company Uniform, free onsite Parking
  • Birthday Day Off
  • Annual recharge Day off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • A safe work environment.

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If you can live and breathe our Company values (Respect, Mateship, Honest, Do it Once-Do it Right and Have Fun), then you will be part of our ongoing success  These values define who we are, what we do and how we do it

Shortlisted candidates will need to undergo a medical, provide a police check and driver's licence report.

Thank you for your interest to join our family.  Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please hit the APPLY NOW button to apply for this role.



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