Accounts Receivable Assistant

Job Description

At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place. We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture -- we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks. Job Overview Jensen Hughes is seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our team based in Sydney, Australia. In this role, you will have responsibility primarily for the collection of company debt, along with providing overall support for the finance function. This includes, but is not limited to: Debt Collection and Accounts Receivable Invoicing Support Project Reconciliations Accounts Administration Updating of databases and meeting various reporting requirements We are looking for a professional individual with experience in Accounts Receivable who is confident calling clients for the purpose of collection of payments for unpaid invoices. In this role you will have an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. Responsibilities Debt Collection; including reminders, overdue emails, phone calls, queries, and invoice changes Escalation of complicated debtor scenarios Assisting the finance team with early claims and preparation and distribution of monthly client invoicing Updating and sending subcontractor statements to clients during invoicing process and the archiving and maintenance of said documents Preparing and issuing monthly consultant invoicing reports Maintaining Accounts record keeping and archiving (Mailmanager) of all documents in a timely manner Assist with monitoring the debtors inboxes and responsibility for the ‘Remittance’ inbox and document archiving Liaise with clients in a professional and efficient manner Ensure processes relating to your role are up-to-date and stored per ISO/QMS policy Handling of general accounts administration enquiries as required Assisting Pacific Finance Manager with adhoc tasks as required Manage your workflow and work output within deadlines Requirements and Qualifications Experience in an Accounts Receivable role including a proven track record collecting unpaid debt Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (Accounting / Business / Finance) is preferred but not essential Experience working within a professional services office environment Familiarity with the construction industry is desirable Computer literate, skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel, Microsoft O365 Familiar with general accounting / finance concepts Experience of MYOB (or similar) Strong interpersonal skills with a dynamic, vibrant and collaborative style with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders Personal drive, results-oriented with a friendly, can-do attitude and a high level of honesty, integrity, commitment and responsibility Strong time management and organisation skills Should be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or holding a valid Work Visa in Australia Why you should join Jensen Hughes You will work with market-leading clients and have the backing of a leading international firm You'll have support from the leadership team and given flexibility to work where and when you want Career advancement with an established framework is in place clearly defining expectations, outlining opportunities for promotion Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr