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Melinda Williams

Melinda Williams

Albury,NSW

Summary

Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Lutheran Aged Care, excelling in accounts reconciliation and debt recovery management. Proven track record in enhancing financial workflows and ensuring compliance with government funding. Adept at building strong client relationships while delivering accurate financial reporting and payment processing.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Officer

Lutheran Aged Care
Albury, NSW
12.2019 - Current

Lutheran Aged CareJanuary 2021 – Present
Location (if applicable)

  • Oversee accounts receivable for a large, complex portfolio, ensuring timely invoicing, receipts, and debt recovery processes.
  • Manage Estates: Liaise with clients, solicitors, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate billing, fee application, and direct debit management.
  • Process and reconcile payments, including refunds and fee adjustments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and financial regulations.
  • Reconciliation of various accounts, ensuring alignment between financial records and physical transactions.
  • Coordinate the admission and discharge processes, ensuring accurate financial records are maintained throughout client life cycles.
  • Provide accurate exit statements and ensure all outstanding debts are managed and cleared prior to discharge.
  • Work closely with Services Australia to ensure correct application of government funding and billing procedures.
  • Regularly liaise with clients to address queries, ensure smooth processing of bills, and maintain client satisfaction.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline administrative and financial workflows.

Personal Banker & Business Banker

Westpac Banking Group
Perth, Western Australia
2010 - 2016
  • Assisted customers with account inquiries and banking transactions.
  • Provided product information to help clients make informed decisions.
  • Processed loan applications and gathered necessary documentation.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
  • Educated clients on digital banking tools and services available.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively and efficiently in a timely manner.
  • Helped customers open and close accounts, apply for loans and make sound financial decisions.
  • Educated customers on variety of retail products and digital solutions, enhancing customer experience.
  • Provided customer service to clients, including answering questions and resolving issues.
  • Analyzed financial documents provided by customers to determine their needs.
  • Used product knowledge and abilities to execute consumer loans and other services.

Bookkeeper and Accounts Receivable

Holden
Mandurah, Western Australia
2003 - 2010
  • Recorded financial transactions in accounting software for accurate bookkeeping.
  • Reconciled bank statements with internal records to ensure consistency.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable to maintain cash flow.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.

Skills

  • Accounts reconciliation
  • Financial reporting
  • Payment processing
  • Government funding compliance
  • Debt recovery management
  • Customer relationship management

Affiliations

  • Looking after my family
  • Cooking
  • Entertaining
  • Food and Wine
  • Fashion

Timeline

Finance Officer

Lutheran Aged Care
12.2019 - Current

Personal Banker & Business Banker

Westpac Banking Group
2010 - 2016

Bookkeeper and Accounts Receivable

Holden
2003 - 2010
Melinda Williams