Accounts Officer

Location - Hawthorn VIC
- Job Type - 12-month Fixed Term
- Job Position - Accounts Officer
- Position Close Date - 18 December 2024

You are an Accounts Officer who is experienced in Accounts Receivable keen to join a growing team. If you thrive on achieving great outcomes and have a passion for the aged care sector, we want to hear from you

**About the Role**

Accounts Officer will partner with Consumers, Families and other third-party stakeholders. You will bring your enthusiasm, sound administration skills and your passion for collaboration to the role.

This is a **Full-time, 12-month fixed-term role **based at our support office and reporting to Finance Business Partner.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Ensure that consumer accounts are set up and maintained with all required information
- Attending to and resolving client and supplier enquiries inquiries.
- Process cheques, direct debits / deposits and other related banking tasks
- Follow-up on overdue debtors' balances in line with organisational policies
- Perform account reconciliation
- Liaising with key internal and external stakeholders, including Suppliers, ATO, SRO, State Trustees, Dept of Veteran Affairs etc.
- Extensive administrative support to the wider office
- Answering and responding to all incoming calls
- Managing all incoming / outgoing mail
- General Accounts Receivable duties
- Ad hoc duties as required

**Why Us**
- Excellent salary package and incentives
- Progressive and well-resourced aged care organisation
- Working alongside a collaborative and fun leadership team
- Play a key role in the future growth and success
- A positive and supportive workplace culture
- Employee Assistance program

**About You**
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in Accounts Receivable is essential.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Excellent organisational skills, the ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently is essential.
- Experience in Aged Care sector desirable but not essential
- An in-depth understanding of the role Accounts Receivable plays in a business is essential.
- Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and ERP systems are essential, including the ability to export and manipulate data in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with the AIM Software Billing system and Xero is desirable but not essential.
- Ability to work autonomously, a self-starter, as well as being a team player.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Highly self-motivated and self-directed.

**Desirable**:

- Experience with the AIM Software Billing system, Epicor and Xero is desirable but not essential.

**About Us**

As a proudly Australian and independently owned provider with over 20 years of experience, Aeralife specialise in premium residential aged care. Our mission is to enable a safe, nurturing community that delights our diverse residents, families, and staff.

With homes across Victoria and New South Wales, Aeralife communities are a shining example of our innovative and holistic approach to aged care. Our dedicated teams, driven by passion and empathy, are committed to creating deep connections with residents, ensuring a meaningful approach to caregiving.

Aeralife communities are more than just places to live - they are homes where residents find belonging, comfort, and safety. We celebrate each resident's unique journey and provide a vibrant, supportive environment that meets their physical, spiritual, and emotional needs. Join us in shaping a new era of care and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

**To Apply**

Should you want to be work in a fully supported environment, where you have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others, please submit a Cover Letter and Resume.