Role Overview:
The Revenue & Accounts Specialist plays a key role in managing revenue recognition, billing, and financial compliance, ensuring accurate invoicing and adherence to NDIS guidelines. This role oversees accounts payable and receivable, supports budgeting and forecasting, and contributes to month-end and year-end financial closures. Additionally, the position involves analysing financial data, optimizing processes, and assisting in the implementation of new billing systems. Collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders is essential to maintaining financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Revenue Recognition & Billing Management – Oversee all aspects of revenue recognition and billing, ensuring invoices are raised accurately and on time using PRODA, PACE, and Xero. Monitor outstanding receivables and resolve discrepancies.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable – Manage payment processing, reconcile vendor accounts, and track incoming and outgoing payments to maintain healthy cash flow and financial accuracy.
- Financial Compliance & Reporting – Ensure compliance with NDIS financial regulations, Fair Work obligations, and other industry-specific guidelines. Assist in audits and regulatory reporting as needed.
- Month-End & Year-End Closures – Assist with financial close procedures, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
- Budgeting & Forecasting – Support financial planning by analysing revenue and expenditure trends, providing insights for decision-making, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Financial Data Analysis & Process Improvement – Review and analyse financial data, optimize revenue performance, and recommend process enhancements for efficiency.
- NDIS Funding & Financial Management – Track funding allocations, verify funding levels, and ensure correct claims and reimbursements under NDIS guidelines.
- Implementation of New Billing & Accounting Systems – Support the transition to a new billing system, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency.
- Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration – Work closely with internal teams, external auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth financial operations and compliance.
- General Accounting Functions – Maintain financial records, ensure proper documentation, support payroll processes, and assist in financial decision-making as the organization scales.
- Rostering knowledge would be an added advantage.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in revenue accounting, billing, accounts receivable, or payables.
- Experience working in the disability or aged care sector preferred but not required.
- Strong knowledge of NDIS financial regulations, guidelines, and compliance is an advantage.
- Experience with reviewing, modelling, and analysing financial data.
Technical & Soft Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as Xero, PRODA, PACE.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with financial process automation is a plus.
- CPA / CA certification or progress towards CPA / CA eligibility is desirable.
- Must hold or be willing to apply for NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $45.00 – $55.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote
