Accounts Receivable Specialist

About Us: Tourism Holdings Ltd is one of the largest companies in the tourism sector in New Zealand. We are proud to operate Discover Waitomo, a leading tourism destination known for its stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves, thrilling Blackwater Rafting, and the fascinating Ruakuri and Aranui Caves. Our picturesque rural location offers a unique and inspiring work environment that allows us to maintain strong partnerships with mana whenua and key stakeholders, while fostering our core cultural values of Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Kaitiakitanga.

Join a team that lives and breathes travel and experiences. Want to go caving and abseiling? We'll provide the gear. Want to go on a road trip with friends and family? We'll hand you the keys. Working for Discover Waitomo, part of the Tourism Holdings Group, opens a world of fun experiences, and you'll probably have to rewrite your bucket list. We offer a competitive salary, and development & career opportunities. Our diverse crew will make you feel welcome from day one.

Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our dynamic Discover Waitomo team. This role focuses on revenue management and involves handling large volumes of diverse transactions. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, payment processing and collections.
• Handle large volumes of diverse transactions with precision and efficiency.
• Monitor and manage customer accounts to ensure timely payments and resolve any discrepancies.
• Prepare and analyse accounts receivable aging reports and provide regular updates to management.
• Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to address billing issues and improve the collections process.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounts receivable policies and procedures.
• Conduct credit checks on new and existing customers to assess creditworthiness.
• Manage and optimise revenue systems to ensure accurate and efficient revenue recognition.
• Develop and maintain revenue-related reports and dashboards for management review.
• Collaborate with IT and wider finance teams to implement and enhance revenue management systems.
• Ensure compliance with revenue recognition standards and regulations.
• Identify and resolve issues related to revenue systems and processes.
• Analyse revenue data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the annual audit process by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to revenue.

Skills:

• Proven experience in accounts receivable or a similar financial role.
• Completed or working towards relevant tertiary qualification
• Strong understanding of accounting and revenue management principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and accuracy.
• Ability to handle large volumes of transactions accurately.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Dynamics 365 and Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• A flexible work environment with opportunities for remote work.
• Supportive training and study opportunities to enhance your professional development.
• The chance to work in a picturesque rural location, surrounded by some of New Zealand's most iconic tourist attractions.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture within a large corporate company.

If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a leading tourism company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team at Tourism Holdings Ltd and be part of an exciting journey in the heart of Waitomo Caves.