Accounts Receivable Officer (Casual, 2 Days/Week)
Rate: $30 per hour + super
Industry: Electrical Services
Department: Finance
Reports To: Head of Finance
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable and detail‑driven Accounts Receivable Officer to support billing and debtor management within a busy electrical business. Working 2 days per week, you will manage all AR functions, ensure accurate invoicing for electrical jobs, follow up outstanding accounts, and maintain clean, audit‑ready financial records.
This role suits someone confident dealing with builders, contractors and residential customers, with strong accuracy, communication and follow‑through.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable (Electrical Industry Focus)
Prepare and issue customer invoices for electrical jobs, service work, variations, call‑outs and project progress claims.
Ensure invoices include correct job numbers, purchase orders, site details, job sheets, compliance certificates and materials used.
Process credit notes where required (scope changes, incorrect PO, cancelled work).
Monitor the AR inbox and action customer billing enquiries promptly.
Follow up overdue invoices with builders, contractors and residential clients.
Obtain expected payment dates and maintain accurate notes on collection activity.
Escalate problematic or long‑overdue accounts to the Head of Finance.
Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies (missing PO, incorrect rates, unapproved variations).
Work closely with operations, schedulers and electricians to confirm job completion and variations before invoicing.
General Finance Support
Allocate customer payments and assist with bank reconciliation.
Maintain organised digital filing for all AR documentation (invoices, job sheets, compliance certificates, remittances).
Support month‑end AR processes including ageing reports and debtor follow‑ups.
Ensure financial records are accurate, up‑to‑date and audit‑ready.
Collaborate with project managers and operations to resolve billing issues quickly.
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, ideally within electrical, construction, trades or service‑based industries.
Experience using QB or similar accounting software.
Strong Excel skills (filters, lookups, reconciliations).
High accuracy and attention to detail.
Confident communicator with builders, contractors and customers.
Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively.
Pay: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Work Location: In person
