Debt & Receivables Officer – Local Government

Randstad; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad in Adelaide is seeking an Accounting & Debtors Control Officer to join the Financial Services team. You will maintain the integrity of financial records and manage the accounts receivable function to support council services.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, experience with debt management and reconciliations, and strong Excel skills. Familiarity with TechnologyOne or Civica Authority ERP systems is highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts receivable and debt collection.
• Bank reconciliations experience.
• Proficiency with Excel and Word.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Debtors Management: Prepare invoices, manage the sundry debtors ledger, and ensure timely receipting of payments.
• Debt Recovery: Develop and maintain debt collection processes, including follow-up on outstanding debts and pursuing legal action when necessary.
• Council-Specific Billing: Administer collection of rates, permits, and infringement fees in line with regulations.
• Reconciliations: Perform daily/monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile debtors ledger and general ledger accounts.
• Financial Support: Assist with receipting interface activities, journal entries, and monthly direct debit files.
• Customer Service: Act as a primary contact for ratepayers and businesses, resolving enquiries professionally.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Debt collection

Excel

Customer service

Communication

Conflict resolution

Tools

TechnologyOne

Civica Authority

Job description

Randstad in Adelaide is seeking an Accounting & Debtors Control Officer to join the Financial Services team. You will maintain the integrity of financial records and manage the accounts receivable function to support council services.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, experience with debt management and reconciliations, and strong Excel skills. Familiarity with TechnologyOne or Civica Authority ERP systems is highly regarded.