Accounts Receivable Officer

Posted: 10/12/2025

Closing Date: 05/01/2026

Job Type: Ongoing - Part Time

Location: The Friends' School, North Hobart

Job Category: Finance

Join Our Community at The Friends' School - Hobart

The Friends' School, Hobart, is a leading Independent School in Tasmania offering a globally focused, high-quality education from Early Learning to Year 12. Guided by the Quaker values of Integrity, Simplicity, Equality, and Peace, we foster an inclusive, supportive and welcoming environment where students and staff alike can thrive.

At Friends', we believe in lifelong learning - not just for our students, but for our staff as well. A career with us means becoming part of a dynamic community that values collaboration, personal growth and meaningful contributions. Whether in the classroom or beyond, our team plays a vital role in shaping the future through education, innovation and care.

If you're looking for a workplace that inspires, challenges, and supports you, we invite you to explore the opportunities at The Friends' School. Here, your work matters - not just to our students, but to the wider community and the world.

Why Work at The Friends' School?

At The Friends' School, we value our staff as much as our students. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a supportive and inclusive workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. We offer:

Wellbeing – Free Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and wellbeing initiatives. No cost use of Friends Health & Fitness (conditions apply).

Financial & Leave Benefits – Salaries are exclusive of super. Staff discounts on school fees. Paid parental leave, priority childcare access.

Professional & Community Engagement – Induction programs, social events and opportunities to contribute to outreach programs like Relay for Life, Loui's Van and Red Cross Blood Donation.

More information on our community can be found on our Friends' School website.

Join us and be part of a school that truly values its people.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Officer to join our Financial Services team. This permanent part-time position (20 hours per week) plays an important role in ensuring accurate billing, effective debtor management, and the smooth operation of accounts receivable processes across the School.

The Accounts Receivable Officer works closely with the Accounts Receivable & Payroll Team Leader and contributes to high-quality financial operations that support the School's Purpose and Concerns.

Key Focus Areas

Invoicing & Account Maintenance

• Prepare and process invoices for tuition fees, levies, scholarships, bursaries, and authorised sundry charges.
• Maintain and update accounts receivable information using Synergetic and MYOB Advanced.
• Calculate repayment plans and annual direct debit amounts.

Reconciliation & Ledger Management

• Complete daily bank reconciliations and end-of-month account reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile student sub-ledgers and assist with general ledger account reconciliations.
• Prepare and post required journals.

Debtor Management & Collections

• Manage accounts receivable collections in collaboration with the Team Leader.
• Respond to queries, resolve discrepancies, and manage the Accounts Receivable fees inbox.

Reporting & Team Support

• Prepare financial reports and external surveys as required.
• Provide relief and support to the Payroll & Accounts Receivable Team Leader.
  Participate in team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.

A full outline of responsibilities is provided in the Position Description.

Essential Requirements

• Understanding of the 10 National Child Safe Standards.
• Strong experience in MYOB and accounts receivable processes, including debtor management.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise workflow in a deadline-driven environment.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work safely in a school environment and meet the inherent requirements of the role.
• Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People registration (employment) and a recent National Police Check.
  Commitment to the Purpose and Concerns and ethos of The Friends' School.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and addressing the key selection criteria items 2,3 &5.
• An updated resume detailing your relevant qualifications and experience.