Description:
We create better lives
As a progressive, leading home builder with over 30 years of experience, Rivergum is renowned for delivering considered, high-quality homes tailored to suit a variety of lifestyles. With over 100 employees, join us as we embark on an exciting journey and expand to a new head office located in Bowden.
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Officer to join a dynamic and fast-paced Finance Team.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, this position is primarily responsible for Accounts Payable functions ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments to vendors, being proficient in the use of our Accounts Payable system including training internal stakeholders and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
The role also undertakes project work for system and process improvements, and being a back-up to the Accounts Receivable function.
Key responsibilities include
- Accounts payable – using our automated invoicing system, key duties will include processing invoices, processing payment runs, reconciliation of supplier accounts and liaising with suppliers on differences, maintaining account records/files, following up outstanding invoices, credits and credit claims as well as support and assistance with accounts payable matters, as required.
- Becoming a champion of our Accounts Payable system, so you have an in-depth understanding to provide training to other staff members.
- Following up and working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure invoices are appropriately processed and approved in a timely manner.
- Attending meetings including supplier meetings, internal construction meetings and to discuss items such as system improvements.
- Accounts receivable – raising and sending of progress claims to customers, following up outstanding debtors, daily bank reconciliation and reporting.
- Providing assistance to the Finance Manager to produce accurate financial reporting.
- Process improvement and project work – reviewing current processes, researching alternative solutions, making recommendations for changes and implementing new procedures.
About you
- Previous experience in a similar role (minimum 2 years accounts payable experience).
- Proactive, with the ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal, written, communication and teamwork skills.
- High attention to detail and accurate record management skills.
- Ability to follow up outstanding accounts with while maintaining excellent customer service.
- Fast and accurate data entry skills.
- Proficient in Excel and experience with accounting systems.
- Candidates with an understanding of the residential building sector, construction/project accounting or property development sectors are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Entry level accounting qualification is desirable, but not a prerequisite.
Why Rivergum
At Rivergum we believe our people are our greatest asset. Our extensive staff benefits are reflective of this belief. Including but not limited to:
- Regular staff social events and company functions
- Casual Fridays, end of week celebratory drinks and early knock-off on Fridays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Reward and recognition program
- Professional development and training sessions
- Opportunities to grow and be promoted within the business
- Modern offices and staff facilities
- Discounts for Rivergum staff with numerous external businesses
Join the team and live the Rivergum values…
Teamwork, Great Ideas, Integrity, Fun, Own It
To Apply
Click ‘apply now’ and upload a resume that outlines your suitability for the role criteria noted above.
Please note we are looking to fill this vacancy as soon as we can, only candidates with appropriate working rights will be considered.