Accounts Receivable Officer

The Opportunity:

Newcastle Anglican has an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Accounts Receivable Officer to join the Anglican Care Finance team on a full-time permanent basis.

In this role you will ensure the company receives payment for goods and services and record the transactions accordingly.

Why work for us?

Our people are the heart of what we do here at Newcastle Anglican. As a part of our team, you have access to the following great benefits:

• Salary Package a range of everyday living expenses (Mortgage, Rent and Bills), up to $611/fortnight. (cap limit of $15,900 each FBT year).

• Meal entertainment/venue hire benefit, package up to a cap limit of $2,650 each FBT year.

• Career and development opportunities

• Flexible working options
• 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave.
• Give back to the community and the people we support.
• Access to Fitness Passport (over 800+gyms)
• Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Officer who can:

• Maintain confidentiality relating to people we support, their records and organisational matters at all times.
• To have a solid understanding of how the Accounts Receivable functions impact other departments of Newcastle Anglican and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of banking and allocation processes.
• Generate invoices and account statements.
• Perform regular account reconciliations to maintain accuracy and consistency across financial records.
• Handle general data input and maintain all accounts receivable files and records.
• Produce accurate monthly financial reports.
• Investigate and resolve any irregularities or inquires.
• Assist in general financial management and analysis.
• Liaise with internal staff and external customers to address any concerns or discrepancies.
• Support automation processes and manually receipt payments as needed.
• Manage any outstanding debtors.
• Provide relief and assistance with other finance department functions as required.
• Work collaboratively with the finance team to foster a cooperative and positive team environment.

About you?

• 2-3 years demonstrated experience working as Accounts Receivable Officer in a high-volume function.
• Experience with Aged Care systems (desired but not essential).
• High proficiency in data entry.
• Understanding of the full Accounts Receivable process, including invoicing, payment processing, debt collection, and account reconciliation.
• Proven ability to maintain Accounts Receivable functions at a consistently high standard.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated competence with the Microsoft Office suite of products and processes relevant to Accounts Receivable.
• Understanding of the basic accounting principles including GST treatments.
• Experience in reconciling General Ledger Accounts.
• Current drivers' licence.
• A current Working with Children check (with clearance to work with children).
• National Police Check (Newcastle Anglican will consider the relevance of any reported outcomes).
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or a willingness to obtain one.

Who we are?

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

For more information visit or for enquiries and a copy of the Position Description email the talent team at

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.