WSAudiology is a global leader in the hearing aid industry. Together with our 12,000 colleagues in 130 countries, we invite you to help unlock human potential by bringing back hearing for millions of people around the world.
Location: Milton
Duration: 9‐month contract with a possibility to extend
Work Arrangement: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Role
As a key member of the ANZ Finance team based in Milton, the Accounts Receivable Officer will provide transactional support to the business. This fast‐paced role requires a high level of organisation, problem‐solving proficiency and attention to detail. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Officer will support the Finance Manager, the finance and retail operations team and the wider ANZ business by providing timely advice, information, reports and data required by management to make informed decisions.
* Apply customer payments against debtor accounts in the general ledger, ensuring cash is correctly applied.
* Follow up remittance advices for allocation of payments.
* Resolve any AR related discrepancies.
* Report on aged receivables.
* Reconcile AR GL balance to ERP aged A/R report and POS aged A/R report.
* Prepare weekly cheque list for banking.
* Set up payments in the banking platform once reviewed and approved for payment.
* Compile customer refunds for approval and payment.
* Reconcile bank statement balance with treasury records, GL balance and ERP system bank balance.
* Review inter‐company trade and loan accounts monthly and ensure they are reconciled with relevant counterparts.
* Review the aging of accounts and ensure they are within trading terms.
* Work closely with the global shared services team to close off end‐of‐month transactions.
* Ensure no long unreconciled balances and transactions exist.
* Conduct investigations to resolve unreconciled balances and transactions within two months.
* Assist the external auditors and finance team in completing Global and local statutory audits.
* Assist the internal auditors in completing internal audits performed over the Australian and New Zealand businesses (where applicable).
* Support ad hoc process improvements projects.
* Assist Financial Accountants with ad hoc reconciliations and information requests.
* Ensure reporting is completed accurately and on time.
* Help nurture a positive environment and contribute to the finance team's performance through an enthusiastic attitude, support and involvement in all activities.
* Establish, develop and maintain effective working relationships with all work colleagues to ensure a 'one team' approach to performance standards and business objectives.
* Demonstrate leadership and professionalism in line with company values and expectations.
What You Bring
* Experience in an accounts receivable or cash management role, preferably within a global business.
* Preferred experience working with a shared service centre.
* Desirable retail background.
* Advanced MS Excel skills; other MS Office programs are preferable.
* Experience with Business Central or Microsoft Dynamics NAV is preferable, but not essential.
* Experience providing stakeholder service support.
* Ability to work with tight deadlines.
* Efficient and effective communication skills, without hesitation to question, challenge and seek guidance as required.
* Analytical mindset, with proven problem‐solving and investigation skills for unusual or irregular transactions and balances.
About You
* Demonstrates ownership of responsibilities and a passion for measurable improvements.
* Cooperates and works well within a team environment as well as with a direct line manager in pursuit of team goals.
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet reporting timelines with accurate reporting.
* Willingness to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
* Liaises with stakeholders, analysing issues from different perspectives.
* Implements solutions, evaluates their effectiveness and adjusts actions as required.
* Builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Application Requirements
Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, or hold valid working rights in Australia or New Zealand to be considered for this role.
WS Audiology is an equal‐opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive employee experience. Regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, we firmly believe that our work is at its best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self.
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