Team Lead, Accounts Receivable

Overview:

Team Leader, Accounts Receivable

• Full-time, Continuing position
• Salary HEW Level 8 ($116,551 - $131,257) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About You

As the Team Lead, Accounts Receivable, you will lead a key finance function that supports the delivery of efficient, compliant, and high-quality financial services across the University. Working closely with the Finance Operations Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations while ensuring strong service standards, sound financial controls, and a customer-focused approach.

In this role, you will manage credit activities, transaction processing, reconciliations, and system-related workflows, ensuring robust financial controls and compliance with University policies. You will also act as a key escalation point for complex operational matters and system-related issues.

You will play an important role in driving process improvements, enhancing the use of systems such as Workday, and supporting data-informed decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a people leader who enjoys developing high-performing teams, building strong stakeholder relationships, and contributing to strategic financial outcomes.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Strong experience in Accounts Receivable operations and credit management within a medium to large organisation.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and compliance requirements (CA/CPA qualification desirable).
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams within a transactional finance environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex operational issues and act as a key escalation point.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Workday, including financial systems optimisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify and implement process enhancements.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the Group

Financial services partners with other areas of the university in achieving the organisation's objectives by strategically orienting its provision of financial services to the delivery of the core operations of the university.

• Financial management, reporting and advice
• Budget development and management
• Financial evaluation and financial planning
• Corporate financial administration information system

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Emily Kaye (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor) via email emily.kaye@rmit.edu.au.

Position Description - Team Lead, Accounts Receivable

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Applications Close:

3 June 2026 11.59 pm