Accounts Payable Officer

Job title : Accounts Payable Officer
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Candace Page
Contact email : Cpage@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1326559
The Company
My client are a growing Australian family owned business, with over 6 decades of industry experience. They have built a strong market reputation and loyal employee base, and are currently looking to add to that. Currently seeking an experienced full function Accounts Payable Officer to join their friendly, collaborative team environment. 

The Role
This position will report directly into the Head of Accounts, who has been with the business for over 15 years! Responsibilities include;
  • Data entry; checks and processing of all local invoices/credits for AUS and NZ. Follow up procing & purchase order status queries. Process monthly rental invoices.
  • Vendor management; Requests copy invoices & performs reconciliations where necessary. Answer all vendor enquires and payment requests. Maintains a healthy AP ledger and recommends updates to supplier files as required. As and when required, prepare quality documents for new suppliers
  • Payment runs; Prepares trial payments ready for authorization for the mid and end of month payment schedules. Prepares single payments to lodge at the bank. Prints/emails remittance advices where necessary. Electronic archiving of all paid invoices, delivery dockets etc in a timely manner.
  • Analyses vendor accounts/terms
  • Enter new suppliers once all documentation has been authorized
  • Assists with AR projects as required
  • Assists with special projects/ company corporate events as required
  • Continue to improve processes
  • Duties as directed
Your Experience
To be successful for this role, my client requires the following skills and personal attributes;
  • Minimum of 5 years in a full function Accounts Payable position.
  • A team player mentality, and willingness to support in other areas.
  • Hard working attitude
  • Collaborative
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Willingness to learn new things
Apply Now
Please ensure you have the necessary skillset before applying. If you are interested and would like to apply for this role please click on the link and follow the prompts. Alternatively for a confidential conversation please email your updated resume to Cpage@sharpandcarter.com.au