At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage accounts receivable and ensure accurate billing for our residents.
- Company: Join Uniting AgeWell, a leader in aged care with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a permanent full-time role with a focus on wellbeing and community.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values kindness, respect, and integrity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounts receivable and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 $ per year.
At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5,000 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provides a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion.
About the role:
Our financial team at Uniting AgeWell is growing and we seek an Accounts Receivable Officer to join the Home Care team on a permanent Full Time basis. As an Accounts Receivable Officer, you will be responsible for a range of various Accounts Receivable related duties including:
- Perform AR related duties in accordance with the cyclical calendar for processing
- Setup of complete and accurate debtor records
- Provision of accurate accounts receivable data when requested
- Ensure resident and clients fees and charges information is accurately updated in a timely manner
- Ensure resident and clients fees and charges are reconciled and variances are investigated and resolved
- Undertake accurate and timely resident and client billing and refunds
- Ensure fees and charges are in accordance with contractual, policy and legislative guidelines
- Regularly monitor the completeness and accuracy of all records and master files, as they relate to AR
- Respond to enquiries from residents and clients, and facility/managers and staff in a timely manner
- Monitor relevant changes to Aged Care legislation and relevant Retirement Villages legislation and implement any necessary changes to procedures
About you:
You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them to make choices. This is the place for you if you:
- Experience in the health or aged care sector preferred
- Experience in accounts receivable, debt collection and general finance administration
- Experience and expertise in timely and accurate accounting service delivery
- Experience in accounting packages
- Expertise in a range of accounting tasks particularly accounts receivable
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a diverse range of people, including older people or those who have disabilities
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills
- Excellent customer service skills with ability to communicate with all levels of users
- Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions
- Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)
Essentials for working in Aged Care:
- A current Working With Children Check card
- Current and ongoing flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations
- Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
Accounts Receivable Officer in Melbourne employer: Uniting AgeWell Limited
Uniting AgeWell is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and independence of older Australians, fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture grounded in the BEST philosophy. With competitive above-award pay, generous salary packaging options, and extensive career development opportunities, employees are empowered to grow within a values-driven not-for-profit organisation. Located in Mildura, staff enjoy a collaborative environment that encourages flexibility and innovation while making a meaningful impact in the community.
