Accounts Receivable Officer

Carey is a community of faith on mission in the world. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Officer to join our Finance Team and play an important role in supporting the financial operations of Carey. Our community is shaped by mission, faith and relationships, and by the values of Kindness, Courage, Respect, Humility and Integrity. The gospel is the foundation from which we serve, and we are committed to providing an environment where excellence matters and the diversity of our students, families and broader community is respected. About The Role As part of the Accounts Team, the Accounts Receivable Officer is responsible for the accurate and timely invoicing, collection and accounting of Carey College receivables. This role will work closely with Carey families and internal stakeholders, requiring a professional, approachable and non-judgmental approach, particularly when managing sensitive financial conversations. Key Responsibilities Include Generating annual and periodic fee accountsProcessing invoices, receipts and account adjustmentsMaintaining debtor accounts and supporting debtors managementEFTPOS reconciliationsCash processing and bankingResponding to internal and external enquiriesAssisting with month-end and year-end processesSupporting documentation requirements for external auditsProviding general administrative support to the Accounts TeamSupporting other team members during peak periods and providing cover where required across the Carey Group About You To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage financial information with discretion and confidentiality. You Will Also Have Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive financial conversations professionally and respectfullyHigh-level data-entry accuracy and strong attention to numeric detailA sound understanding of general ledger structures and accounts receivable principlesA highly organised and methodical approach to your workA strong commitment to confidentiality and discretionGood IT proficiency and the ability to learn and work effectively across finance systems Experience in debtors management and receipts processing will be highly regarded, as will experience in a school accounts environment and familiarity with Xero and/or school finance software. Why join Carey? At Carey, you will be part of a supportive community where your work contributes to something bigger. We value the relationships we build with one another, our students, families and the broader community, and strive to bring excellence, integrity and care to all that we do. If you are a finance professional who enjoys working with people, has a keen eye for detail and is looking to contribute your skills within a values-driven organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Carey community. Applications close Friday, 9 October 2026. Carey reserves the right to close applications earlier should a suitable candidate be identified.