Sitting within a structured and supportive finance department, this role is responsible for managing the full Accounts Payable function while also processing weekly payroll for approximately 350 employees. With a highly automated AP environment (around 95% automation), this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
You will process weekly payroll using modern payroll systems, manage reconciliations, support year-end activities, and serve as a key contact for payroll-related queries across the business.
The role is best suited to someone who enjoys variety, is confident with systems, and can balance autonomy with collaboration.
Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable:
- Accurately process supplier and subcontractor invoices
- Manage weekly and month-end payment runs
- Complete monthly supplier reconciliations
- Respond to payment and supplier enquiries
- Assist with credit card reconciliations
- Support fixed asset updates and reconciliations
- Maintain accurate AP data within internal systems
- End-to-end payroll processing
- Maintain payroll and employee records
- Reconcile and lodge superannuation and payroll tax
- Process deductions including child support and union fees
- Manage workers compensation and insurance claim reporting
- Complete quarterly and annual payroll obligations
- Provide timely support to employees and managers
- Assist Accounts Receivable when required
- Participate in month-end processes
- Support internal and external audits
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects
- Experience in a hybrid AP/Payroll role (training available for the right person)
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, automated environment
- Strong attention to detail and confidence working with reconciliations
- Excellent communication and stakeholder service skills
- Experience with ERP or payroll systems (highly regarded)
- Background in construction or manufacturing is advantageous
- Supportive, well-structured finance team
- Healthy work-life balance culture
- Flexibility for occasional WFH when needed
- Opportunity to step into a role with variety and responsibility
*please note candidates must have full australian working rights
