Accounts Receivable Manager, Finance

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We have an opportunity for an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to join our National Finance Team at BDO. The Accounts Receivable Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the onshore and offshore team activities, collections and cash application processes, while maintaining strong internal controls and exceptional stakeholder relationships. You will collaborate across the business, building rapport with key stakeholders, including executives, while acting as the go-to AR subject matter expert and driving process improvements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the end-to-end Accounts Receivable function, ensuring collections and cash allocation activities
• Manage the AR team to deliver efficient debtor management and maintain healthy cash flow across the business
• Monitor aged debtors, proactively identify risks and implement collection strategies to minimise outstanding balances
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve billing queries, disputes and collection issues
• Support month-end closing activities, reporting, reconciliations and revenue-related processes
• Review and completion of vendor forms and vendor onboarding portals
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with BDO's policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Lead process improvement initiatives and leverage technology to enhance efficiency, reporting and best practice

About You

• 3+ years' experience managing an accounts receivable team or in a similar leadership finance role
• Proven experience improving or implementing accounts receivable processes, collections strategies or automation solutions
• Experience with Workday (preferred but not essential)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills
• Well-developed communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence outcomes positively
• Self-motivated, confident and customer-focused with a continuous improvement mindset

Why BDO?

Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.

Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.

Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.

We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.

Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.

Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.

With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.

Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).

We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a  2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]