Working at FB Rice

You will be joining a long-established and successful top tier intellectual property firm acknowledged for its client experience and expertise through several industry awards. FB Rice represents an extensive range of loyal local and international clients, with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and New Zealand.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Officer to join our highly successful Finance team in Sydney. Please note that we will consider applications from Melbourne or Brisbane.

The Accounts Receivable Officer will manage and oversee the firm’s receivables, ensuring accurate and timely collection of outstanding invoices. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities include:

• Respond promptly to client queries
• Regularly review and reconcile client accounts to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between client records and internal accounts
• Accurately process and record all incoming payments daily
• Proactively manage and follow up on aged debtor accounts to recover outstanding debts

Qualifications and Experience Required: 

• Formal accounting qualifications
• Solid understanding of accounts payable and receivable functions (2 - 3 years’ experience)
• Minimum of 3 years computerised accounting experience
• Experience in professional services
• Competence with computerised systems including Excel and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced MS Word, Excel and Outlook

It is desirable for candidate to have: 

• Inprotech & MYOB experience
• Exposure to multi-currency transactions
• Experience of monitoring unbilled disbursement and recoveries balances

Culture and Benefits

Join our inclusive and people-focussed culture. At FB Rice, you’ll thrive in a continuous learning environment, fostering career growth.

Our team strives to provide the best patent and trademark services in Australia. We aim to be a great place to work, offering excellent employee benefits including:

• Hybrid working policy that encourages flexible working arrangements
• Reward and recognition program that recognises individual and team performance
• A Social Club which provides a wide range of activities throughout the year
• Health and Wellbeing program including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and CV by clicking "Apply Now".

To be eligible for this position you must be fluent in English and have an ongoing right to work in Australia.

All expressions of interest are strictly confidential.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

FB Rice recognises the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages any interested candidates with the above-mentioned technical background and professional skills to apply. For more information about our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit https://www.fbrice.com.au/life-at-fb-rice.