Debt / Credit Officer

Experience in Debt collection/credit management, financial skills, planning, fee management, exc communication
Your new company
This role exists to support the Finance and Resources Division who are responsible for the taxation, treasury and group accounting matters and ensuring policies, procedures and internal controls are maintained for accounting and taxation compliance.

Your new role
The role of the School Fees Liaison Officer is a 3 year full-time contract (or secondment) which exists to support the System's schools in Fees management specifically by proactively identifying and liaising with families in financial hardship and implementing credit management strategies on behalf of the schools.

What you'll need to succeed

1. Applicants must have extensive experience in all facets of debt collection/credit management.
2. Comprehensive understanding of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and the ASIC Act covering debt collection conduct; Debt collection guidelines set by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and any other relevant legislation.
3. Proven experience working with Debt Collection Agencies.
4. Well rounded financial skills such as accounting, financial planning, financial position assessments and credit capacity and fee management processes.
5. Strong negotiating and problem solving skills.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Demonstrated appreciation of the need for confidentiality and discretion.
8. Current Drivers Licence.
9. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products or Google Productivity Suite
10. Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent resident residing in Wagga Wagga, NSW or nearby.

What you'll get in return
This is a great opportunity to work with a large entity to show your skills and experience. You will work with a supportive network and where the employee community is a key strength.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, call Vicki Meyer in Wagga Wagga, NSW on +61 456148114 or email vicki.meyer@hays.com.au [mailto:vicki.meyer@hays.com.au]

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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