Accounts Payable Manager

Job title : Accounts Payable Manager
Location : Perth
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : Base + Super
Contact name : Paris Castledine
Contact email : pcastledine@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1671004
About the Company
Our client is a large, multi-site organisation with a significant Accounts Payable footprint spanning Perth, inter-state and a large offshore processing team. With a recent systems uplift and growing operational demands, they are seeking an experienced AP Manager who comes from a high-volume, complex AP environment. Perth central based with 2 days in the office and 3 days WFH. Interstate travel required a couple of times annually based on the companies needs.

About the Role
This role leads the end-to-end AP function across onshore and offshore teams. You’ll oversee high-volume invoice processing, support ongoing system enhancements, strengthen controls, streamline processes, and uplift capability across a dispersed AP workforce.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a large AP operation across Perth, interstate and an offshore team. Manage & mentor the AP team ensuring quality, consistency and strong team communication
  • Oversee high-volume, complex invoice processing
  • Support ongoing process optimisation and system enhancements
  • Drive AP accuracy, controls, compliance and continuous improvement
  • Resolve complex AP issues and partner with key stakeholders across multiple departments
  • Report on AP performance, trends, risks and improvement initiatives
  • Interstate travel is required to maintain alignment, coach local teams, and build relationships.
About You
  • Strong experience leading Accounts Payable teams in a large, complex business
  • Comfortable managing onshore and offshore staff in a high-volume environment
  • Exposure to ERP systems and process uplift
  • Exceptional communication skills; able to simplify complex information for stakeholders
  • Hands-on leader with a practical, solutions-focused approach
  • Confident in coaching, influencing and driving operational improvements
  • Must be willing to travel interstate occasionally
Why You’ll Love It
  • Excellent Hybrid working –2 days in the office & 3 days from home
  • Salary: $130,000 – $140,000 + super
  • Perth location close to public transport
  • Opportunity to travel interstate regularly, covered by the business!
  • Senior AP leadership role with genuine impact across multiple sites
  • Blend of operational leadership, systems optimisation and people development
  • Join a high-performing team during an exciting period of improvement and growth
How to Apply
Click Apply Now or email Paris Castledine at pcastledine@sharpandcarter.com.au for a confidential discussion.