Account Receivable Officer

The Company:

27 branches. 48,000 satisfied clients. Alsco Uniforms has been providing professional, hygienic, Managed Rental Services throughout Australia since 1963.

The Alsco Uniforms group consists of: Alsco Uniforms, a Managed Rental Service provider of Linen, Workwear, Mats, Industrial and First Aid; Australian Linen Supply, commercial linen for the hospitality sector, accommodation, and healthcare industries; Deane Apparel, the uniform experts; Clean Room Garments (CRG), contamination and infection control solutions; and Fresh & Clean, Managed Washroom services. The passion of our 2,200 employees in Australia is the driving force behind our success.

Why You Should Join Us:

• With an outstanding market reputation, a significant market share, and a comprehensive product portfolio, we stand as a formidable presence in textile cleaning industry.

• Opportunities for Growth: Join a winning team that values your growth. Benefit from on-the-job training and ample opportunities to develop your skills in an organisation filled with success stories.

• Inclusive Company Culture: Experience a great company culture with a friendly and supportive environment. We believe in inclusivity and foster a workplace where everyone feels valued. Come be a part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're friends.

• Experienced and Supportive Management: Work under the guidance of experienced and supportive managers who genuinely care about your success.

• Celebrate Success: From “Employee of the Month” shoutouts to “Annual Awards” and “Years of Service” milestones – we make sure your efforts are seen and celebrated. Employee perks: With well-chosen employee perks like education assistance program and paid parental leave, we show home much we genuinely care for you!

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, based in our Perth branch at Canning Vale, the Accounts Receivable (AR) Officer is responsible for the maintenance of the Alsco billing system and the collection of debtors to support the sustained profitability of the Alsco business. The AR position is a vital part of the Administration team and is also expected to provide additional customer service support as needed.

The AR Officer is primarily responsible for:

• Maximising cash flow through effective collection procedures;

• Outbound collection calls/emails, sending out customer statements, overdue reminder, and mail merge.

• Review and recommend action for accounts trading outside credit terms.

• Accurate allocation of all cheques/cash, credit card, BPay and direct deposits

• Account reconciliation to determine payments;

• Follow up and coordinate the resolution of any unprocessed credits & unpaid invoices;

• Monthly debtor review with manager.

• Daily banking and processing of all debtor receipts, credit card payments/EFT

• Processing intercompany transfers; and

• Customer service and dispute resolution

• Data processing and filing

• End of month supports and Adhoc duties as directed by Manager.

To be successful in this role you will need the following key skills & experience

• Certificate/TAFE qualifications in bookkeeping/accounting or other related business administration or equivalent business experience

• Exceptional customer service skills        

• Ability to multitask and work calmly under pressure

• A strong ability to show initiative and tenacity, particularly required for following up on aged debtors, with a strong eye for detail.

• Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills including Excel and Outlook

• 2+ years’ experience developing successful collections techniques and/or customer service. 

• Ability to read and understand financial information and easily identify in the numbers where the problem is and know how to solve it

• Proven experience in successfully reducing and maintaining a low aged debtor's portfolio with the ledger under management 

If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you then click the ‘Apply for this job’ button to submit your application. We look forward to receiving your application. 
 

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including probity check, and health screenings involving drug and alcohol testing. Proof of Your Right to Live and Work in Australia must be presented at interview stage.

Alsco Uniforms is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and other legally protected characteristics.

Agencies please note: Alsco Uniforms is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Alsco Uniforms via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Alsco Uniforms. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Alsco as a result of the referral or through other means.