Accounts Receivable & Credit Controller

COSOL; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (Tue & Fri WFH)

Brisbane CBD office

Supportive finance team

Job summary

COSOL is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable & Credit Controller to join our Brisbane CBD finance team on a hybrid schedule (Tue and Fri WFH). You will own AR and credit control across multiple entities, handling invoicing, collections, credit assessments, and reporting to support cash flow and customer relationships.

You will collaborate with Sales, Project and Delivery teams, ensure accurate billing, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years' experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or similar finance role
• Experience managing collections and debtor management
• Experience using accounting systems such as Xero or similar
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR processes
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment

Responsibilities

• Generate and process customer invoices across multiple entities
• Coordinate with project, delivery and sales teams for billing information
• Maintain invoicing schedules and monitor billing cycles
• Process credit notes and invoice adjustments
• Verify invoice accuracy and account coding
• Process customer receipts and allocate payments
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Manage customer accounts to ensure timely payment
• Conduct credit assessments and maintain credit limits
• Follow up overdue invoices via phone, email and written correspondence
• Escalate issues and maintain collection records
• Prepare weekly and monthly aged debtor reports
• Support month‑end/year‑end finance activities
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and reporting
• Respond to queries from customers and internal finance
• Support auditors and improve processes

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Credit Control

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Diploma/Certificate in Accounting

Tools

Xero

SAP Business Network

FastTrack

Accelo

Job description

Accounts Receivable & Credit Controller

Brisbane QLD (Hybrid, Tuesday and Friday WFH)

COSOL is a global provider of technology-enabled asset management solutions, helping clients in natural resources, energy, water utilities, public infrastructure and defence optimise their operational performance. Listed on the ASX, COSOL supports organisations across Australia and internationally through a combination of advisory, technology and managed service offerings.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable & Credit Controller to join our Brisbane CBD finance team.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the accounts receivable and credit management function across multiple entities. This is a hands‑on role responsible for invoicing, payment allocation, collections, credit control, customer account management and reporting activities that support healthy cash flow and strong customer relationships.

Working closely with internal stakeholders and customers, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate billing, efficient collections and the smooth operation of day‑to‑day finance activities. This role would suit a proactive finance professional who enjoys building relationships, takes ownership of their portfolio and has a strong focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

Accounts Receivable & Invoicing

• Generate and process customer invoices across multiple legal entities
• Ensure invoicing is completed accurately and in line with customer contracts and agreed terms
• Coordinate with project, delivery and sales teams to obtain billing information
• Maintain invoicing schedules and monitor billing cycles
• Process credit notes and invoice adjustments when required
• Verify invoice accuracy, customer details and account coding

Banking & Reconciliations

• Process customer receipts and allocate payments accurately
• Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records of customer transactions and account balances

Credit Control & Collections

• Manage customer accounts to ensure payment is received within agreed terms
• Conduct credit assessments for new and existing customers
• Review and maintain customer credit limits in line with company policies
• Follow up outstanding invoices via phone, email and written correspondence
• Resolve billing disputes and negotiate payment arrangements where required
• Escalate overdue accounts appropriately and maintain collection records
• Minimise bad debt exposure and support debtor day reduction initiatives

Relationship Management

• Build positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with Sales, Project and Delivery teams regarding customer accounts
• Manage customer account applications and onboarding requirements
• Provide customer compliance documentation as requested
• Deliver a high level of customer service while maintaining strong collection practices

Reporting & Finance Support

• Prepare weekly and monthly aged debtor reports and analysis
• Support month‑end and year‑end finance activities
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and reporting
• Respond to customer and internal finance queries in a timely manner
• Support external auditors and accountants with reporting requirements
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements across the finance function
• Prepare ad hoc reports as required

What We're Looking For

Essential

• 3‑7 years' experience in an Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or similar finance role
• Strong experience managing collections and debtor management activities
• Experience using accounting systems such as Xero or similar platforms
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts receivable processes
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Desirable

• Certificate IV, Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience within a professional services environment
• SAP Business Network experience
• Experience working across multiple entities
• Exposure to FastTrack, Accelo or similar business systems
• Experience supporting month‑end financial processes

Why Join COSOL?

• Own the Accounts Receivable and Credit Control function across multiple entities
• Work closely with an experienced and supportive finance team
• Play a key role in maintaining cash flow and strengthening customer relationships
• Contribute to finance process and system improvements
• Brisbane CBD office location
• Hybrid working model with Tuesdays and Fridays working from home