Allocation Officer

About our Client:

Australia’s largest independent electrical wholesaler Our client is Australia’s leading independent electrical wholesaler. Proudly 100% Australian, family-owned, and independent since 1928, our client has built a strong reputation for reliability, quality products, and exceptional customer service across the electrical industry.

About Teamified

Teamified is a talent partner helping companies build exceptional remote teams across IT, software, product, and digital innovation. We collaborate with leading enterprises and fast-scaling tech businesses worldwide to help them access world class talent and accelerate growth. With operations across the globe our mission is to make building high performing global teams simple, fast, and cost-effective. Teamified has hundreds of clients with more than 200 engineers, testers, product managers, designers, and technology experts delivering impactful solutions every day

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Allocations Officer to join our client’s finance operations team. This role is responsible for the accurate allocation of payments, reconciliation of customer accounts, and ensuring the integrity of accounts receivable records.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls while supporting internal stakeholders and customers with timely and accurate account management.

Key Responsibilities

Payment Allocation (Full Responsibility)

• Accurately allocate customer payments to the appropriate accounts and invoices
• Investigate and resolve unidentified or misallocated payments
• Process daily bank reconciliations related to customer receipts
• Ensure all receipts are recorded and posted in a timely manner

Account Reconciliation

• Perform regular reconciliations of customer accounts
• Identify discrepancies and liaise with internal teams to resolve outstanding issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records

Accounts Receivable Support

• Assist with monitoring aged receivables and support collection efforts where required
• Respond to internal and external queries regarding payment allocations
• Support month-end processes related to accounts receivable

Reporting & Compliance

• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all allocations
• Assist with preparation of reports as required
• Support internal and external audit requirements

Stakeholder Communication

• Communicate effectively with branch teams and finance stakeholders
• Provide timely updates on allocation issues and resolutions
• Build strong working relationships across the organisation

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, Allocations, or Finance Administration
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Experience performing reconciliations
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems and ERP platforms
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly Desirable

• Experience in a multi-branch or high-volume transaction environment
• Ability to identify process improvements
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Willing to work on a Hybrid work set-up

Benefits:

• Flexibility in work hours and location, with a focus on managing energy rather than time.
• Access to online learning platforms and a budget for professional development
• A collaborative, no-silos environment, encouraging learning and growth across teams
• A dynamic social culture with team lunches, social events, and opportunities for creative input
• Health insurance
• Leave Benefits
• Provident Fund
• HMO
• 13th Month

If you possess the required skills and are eager to contribute to our team's success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply now!