Finance Officer - Collections

Do you have strong analytical skills and high attention to detail?

With the continued success and growth of our organisation comes the opportunity for an experienced Finance Officer - Collections - to join our team. Under the support and guidance of the Revenue Manager, you will be responsible for liaising directly with clients and organisations, resolving disputes, negotiating outstanding payments and initiating recovery action where necessary to meet cash flow targets.  You will also actively engage in collaborative efforts with internal departments and service participants to deliver accurate, timely and compliant financial services to support the operational needs of the business.

The role will be full time, working Monday – Friday from our Head Office in Coniston, seeing you work collectively with finance team members in undertaking the following responsibilities:

• Debt Collection tasks, for example, stakeholder enquiries, following up on outstanding accounts, maintaining records and monthly reporting.
• Regular reconciliation to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Collaboration with internal team members to support internal reporting, system updates and processing.

The base salary for this role is between $80,000 & $85,700 (excluding 12% superannuation) to be determined upon relevant experience and qualifications.

As the successful candidate, you will possess:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, ideally supported by a relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to collaborate with internal departments and service participants to develop on-time proposals.
• A passion for numbers and a knack for problem-solving to meet deadlines and complex challenges.
• Enthusiasm for a dynamic, fast-paced and multi-skilled environment.
• Commitment to a long-term career and continual learning.
• Knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is desirable.
• A cleared and valid NDIS Screening Check and Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain.

Why join us?

At Meridia we offer a range of benefits designed to attract and retain our valued employees whilst developing and enhancing their careers, including:

• Attractive not-for-profit salary packaging options (around $15,900 in tax free earning potential).
• Extra rest and recreation with 5 weeks annual leave per annum. (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Birthday cake is sure to taste extra sweet with an additional paid day off for birthday leave.
• Access to our exclusive Fitness Passport program - discounted unlimited access to multiple gyms and pools.
• Opportunity to never stop learning with our abundance of professional development opportunities.
• Reward and recognition programs to celebrate success.
• Flexible public holiday leave options to celebrate recognised days of religious or cultural significance.
• Access to a free reputable and confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and members of your immediate family.

Apply Now:

If this opportunity aligns with your aspirations in growing your career within a highly dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills and experience make you the standout candidate.

Should you have any queries regarding the role, please contact our Revenue Manager – Kerime Polatli via email, **************@meridia.au

Applications close 9am, Friday 21 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted as applications are received.