Accounts Receivable Officer

Wholly owned by the ACT Government, Icon Water are a leading Canberra business with a history of providing essential services to Canberra for over 100 years.  Not only do they play a pivotal role in servicing the community, but they are also a unique entity in Australia. 

Whilst primarily a water and sewerage business, Icon Water also manage investments in electricity and gas through partnerships with private companies.  This means that the business operates in a unique environment across government and commercial activities.  With a proud history, Icon Water are also forward looking, playing a major role in navigating climate change impacts, protecting the environment, securing water into the future and achieving net zero emissions by 2045.
 
With approximately 190,000 customers in the Capital region, their assets are worth over $3.2 billion comprising of the ACT’s network of dams, water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants, reservoirs, mains, and water and sewage pumping stations.  They turnover approximately $490M in revenue annually.
 
The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join the Finance and Strategy Group, helping the team move forward in a period of transformation.  Led by a forward-thinking CFO, they continue to attract a team of high performing problem solvers.  The long-term strategy is to continually move towards an enabling environment where manual processes are streamlined, and data is used to drive smart business decisions as well as implementing a new corporate services delivery model which has resulted in a wide range of opportunities including for an Accounts Receivable Officer into a newly established accounts team.
 
The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Generate billing and accounts statements, troubleshooting any issues
• Address finance system discrepancies through validation and continuous improvement
• Collect payments from customers promptly, issuing receipts as needed
• Liaise with business, banks, and customers regarding discrepancies or inquiries
• Manage debtor activities and communicate with the wider business for improved Accounts Receivable processes
• Prepare operational reports and derive insights
• Complete month-end tasks including reports, reconciliations, and period close activities
• Maintain customer, pricing, and product finance master data, processing credit notes/refunds and supporting bad debt management

You will be a high performing Accounts Receivable Officer who enjoys  busy, dynamic commercial environments. A high level of attention to detail is essential. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are equally important as being able to work within a brand new team, which will be critical to your success in this role.  You will also be able to think independently to solve problems and show initiative. Previous experience with Accounts Receivable software, or a large FMIS is highly desirable.
 
Salary / Rate

The salary band starts at $82,336 + 15% Super.  
 
In addition, Icon Water employees have access to a number of employee benefits including; flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing contributions, a staff rewards scheme and salary sacrifice options to name a few.

Boasting an impressive 10-year average tenure across employees, Icon Water is one of the region's top employers.
 
How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link to submit your resume & cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role.
 
Please note applications for this role close on Tuesday 21st May at 12pm (AEST).
 
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Alan Larby or Kristelle Gadd on 02 6108 4*** quoting ref no. 19252.
 
Alternatively, contact us via email at *********@horizonone.com.au
 
An information pack is available for this role, please email us, as above to request a copy.
 
HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.