Accounts Allocation Officer

We are looking for an Accounts Allocation Officer with a proactive and positive attitude to join our friendly and dynamic Finance Department. Reporting to the Senior Accounts Receivable Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for accurately allocating customer payments in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Onsite (Eastwood), with the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid arrangement after 3 months
• Monday to Friday, 6:30 am – 3:30 pm (Manila Time)
• Will follow Australian Public Holidays

Key responsibilities

Extract bank statements and accurately allocate incoming customer payments to the correct invoices or accounts within the accounting system.

Review and verify payment details such as remittance advice, payment amounts, and customer information.

Resolve discrepancies or unapplied payments by investigating and communicating with customers or internal teams.

Maintain accurate records of all payment allocations and adjustments.

Generate regular reports on payment allocation status and unapplied cash.

Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards during allocation and reconciliation.

Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts receivable.

Identify and suggest process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency in payment allocation.

Manage Dropbox folders regularly and distribute emails to relevant team members.

Ad hoc projects as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance role
• Strong analytical skills with a solid accounting background
• A proactive, “can-do” attitude
• Able to think outside the box and take initiative
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Reliable, able to work under pressure, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced MS Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong prioritization and time-management skills
• A collaborative team player with a willingness to go the extra mile