Accounts Receivable Officer
- Manage overdue school fee collections, negotiate payment arrangements and handle sensitive conversations with families.
- Prepare debtor reports, complete general ledger reconciliations and maintain accurate accounts; support bursary assessments and funding reports.
- Work collaboratively within the school finance team, liaising with debt recovery agents and solicitors as needed.
- Credit control-focused role managing collections, payment plans, and reporting
- Established independent school with a welcoming and collaborative culture
- Lower North Shore | $100K + Super | Permanent, five days in the office
Build Relationships That Matter
The Company
Our client is an established independent school based on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, offering a welcoming environment and attractive grounds. You will join a collaborative finance team who work closely together and value positive relationships across the school community.
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Free lunches provided for staff
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Free street parking nearby and access to bus services
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A permanent opportunity close to home for those based locally
The Role
Your focus will be on following up outstanding school fees and working with families to establish practical payment arrangements.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Following up outstanding fees and negotiating payment arrangements
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Building relationships with families and handling sensitive payment conversations
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Liaising with debt recovery agents and solicitors where required
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Preparing debtor reports and updates for management
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Completing general ledger reconciliations and maintaining accurate account records
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Supporting bursary assessments and government funding reporting
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Assisting with broader accounts receivable duties and finance team requirements
Your Background
To be considered for this Accounts Receivable Officer opportunity, you will bring:
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Strong accounts receivable experience, particularly in credit control
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Experience collecting large individual balances
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Confident communication skills to negotiate payment obligations
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A friendly, diligent approach with the confidence to handle challenging conversations
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Confidence using Excel and computerised accounting systems
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Discretion and sound judgement when handling confidential financial information
Education industry experience will be highly regarded, although candidates from similar industries are encouraged to apply.
If you are keen to find out more about this Assistant Accountant position, please contact Marc Dalusag at Richard Lloyd on ************,quoting reference 10422 or click on 'apply now' below.
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