We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager within a values-driven organisation. This is an initial temporary assignment, with a view to extension and potential permanency.
Reporting to the Finance Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the accounts receivable function, driving process improvements, strengthening controls, and supporting a high-performing, collaborative team culture. This role suits a hands-on leader who enjoys balancing operational delivery with coaching, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of Accounts Receivable Officers
- Oversee end-to-end accounts receivable operations, including billing, collections, allocations, and reconciliations
- Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and cash collection in line with agreed KPIs
- Monitor aged receivables and proactively manage credit risk
- Review and improve AR processes, systems, and controls
- Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve billing and customer issues
- Prepare AR reporting, analysis, and forecasts for management
- Support month-end close activities and audit requirements
- Experience managing or supervising an Accounts Receivable team
- Strong understanding of AR processes, controls, and best practice
- Demonstrated ability to drive performance and process improvement
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
- High level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail
- Experience working within purpose-driven, not-for-profit, or community-focused organisations (desirable)
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems
Sharp & Carter often have a range of positions available that may not yet be advertised. If you feel this opportunity is interesting yet not quite right, then we recommend still submitting an application via the link below, that way we can contact you to find out more about your career goals and aspirations, and we will ensure you stay updated and aware of exciting new vacancies in the market.
For a confidential discussion, feel free to reach out to Antonia Waldron or Aleah Borgas.
Antonia Waldron
awaldron@sharpandcarter.com.au
0491 257 346
Aleah Borgas
aborgas@sharpandcarter.com.au
0488 159 430
