Embark on an exciting journey with us! As our business expands, we're thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our team as a permanent full-time Accounts Receivable Officer. This role is based at our Head Office in Devonport, Tasmania. Who we are: As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is:Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.
About the Role:
The Accounts Receivable Officer is responsible for performing accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts receivable transactions and client billing.
Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures. Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivable data. Prepare and process all resident billing, ensuring that accounts are accurate and timely. Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted. Verify discrepancies and resolve client billing issues, including client liaison. Facilitate payment of invoices by sending bill reminders and contacting clients (debt collection) and managing arrangements of refunds. Ensure all resident movements are accurately recorded to enable the correct calculation of resident fees and charges. Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status. Reconcile all expected funding to the monthly Medicare Payment Statements and follow up on variances. Other duties as required by the organisation from time to time in accordance with the skills and competencies of the employee. To be successful in this role you will have: Knowledge of accounts receivable. Experience within aged care. Knowledge of basic accounting functions and software. Proficient use of technology including MS Outlook, Excel, Aim, and Inerva. Ability to analyse and problem-solve issues autonomously. Proficient in data entry and management. 1-3 years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience. Accuracy and attention to detail. To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry. Benefits: Competitive salary and entitlements. Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging. Relocation assistance negotiable. Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation. Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector. Learning, development, and growth opportunities. Discounted private health insurance. Our purpose: To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging.
Our Values: Respect - Treat all people with fairness and dignity.
Care - Look after and protect the elderly, and each other.
Teamwork - Encourage, cooperate, and build trust.
Courage - Do the right thing, even when it's difficult.
Integrity - Be open, honest, and trustworthy.
Innovation - Think differently to solve problems.
Excellence - Drive quality to continuously improve.
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