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Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Officer to join our global finance team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This role is pivotal in supporting the organisation’s financial integrity by ensuring accurate billing, effective collections, and robust financial controls.

Working within a shared services framework, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across regions, contributing to strong cash flow management and the delivery of high-quality, timely financial reporting.

This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC) position, offering valuable exposure to global finance operations within a leading multinational organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely collections and resolve discrepancies
• Proactively follow up on overdue balances via email, phone, and formal communication
• Accurately apply incoming payments within the accounting system
• Maintain manual invoice tracking and payment records
• Prepare and distribute customer statements and reconcile account balances
• Maintain detailed aging reports and escalate issues where required
• Update monthly cash flow forecasts
• Collaborate with Sales, Logistics, and Operations teams to resolve billing matters
• Ensure adherence to company credit policies and internal controls
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and upload transactions into SAP
• Prepare company-specific financial reports
• Support journal postings and balance sheet reconciliations (Australia & New Zealand entities)
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Provide audit support and documentation as required
• Drive continuous process improvements within Accounts Receivable

Impact & Scope

This role has a significant impact on financial accuracy and completeness. Timely and precise processing of customer receipts is essential to avoid delays in collections, minimize discrepancies, and ensure efficient financial operations.

Key Stakeholders

• Finance and Business Teams (regional and global)
• External Customers
• Shared Services Teams

Qualifications

Core Competencies

• Strong understanding of AR processes, including billing, collections, and reconciliation
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced MS Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Knowledge of GST compliance and regulatory requirements

Technical Expertise

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounts Receivable
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting, or a related field
• Experience in a Shared Services environment is highly preferred
• Strong SAP knowledge (including transaction processing and reporting)
• Advanced Excel and MS Office capabilities
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator with fluency in written and spoken English
• Collaborative team player with cross-functional engagement skills
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong relationship-building ability across teams and stakeholders
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality outcome

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a globally recognized organisation
• Exposure to international finance operations
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

If you are a driven finance professional looking to make an impact in a global organisation, we invite you to apply.

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)