38 hours per week | ASAP Start – Mid-April 2026 (Leave Cover)
$44.59 p/hour + super
Location: Western Melbourne | Local Government
Public Sector People is partnering with a progressive Local Council in Melbourne's west to recruit an experienced Accounts Receivable Officer for a leave cover contract through to mid-April 2026.
This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative and community-focused finance team where your work directly supports essential local services. Our client is committed to delivering responsive, transparent and sustainable outcomes for its community, and they value integrity, accountability and teamwork.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable professional who can confidently manage billing, collections and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain Council's financial billing systems, ensuring the accurate and timely production of notices, invoices and statements
Arrange collections in accordance with established procedures
Process daily agency payment files and direct debits
Maintain approved payment arrangements and monitor debt recovery to ensure timely collection
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to actively monitor outstanding debts and identify doubtful or bad debts
Liaise with external collection agencies regarding overdue accounts
About You
Previous experience within Local Government, Healthcare, Education, NFP or State/Federal Government
Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a similar Accounts Receivable position
Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related field
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
If you're available for an immediate start and looking for a meaningful contract role within the public sector, we would love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Amanda Li at or
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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