Accounts Payable Officer - Immediate Start

Job title : Accounts Payable Officer - Immediate Start
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $80,000 + super
Contact name : Emma Kennedy
Contact email : ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : EKW6145
  • Join a leading national business during an exciting transformational period | Immediate start
  • Initial 6 month fixed term contract | Work close to home in Melbourne's West
  • Play a pivotal role in AP & partner with the broader finance team | Attractive salary package on offer

Organisational Profile
Our client is renowned for being a market leader in their respective industry, with a successful national presence as a multi-million dollar organisation. With a strong commitment to developing a positive culture within the business, our client are currently seeking a motivated Accounts Payable Officer to immediately join their collaborative finance team, on an ongoing basis. Due to continued business growth and company transformations, this is an exciting opportunity or an experienced individual to start their next challenge as soon as possible, working close to home in Melbourne's Western suburbs.

Position Description
Reporting to the AP Manager and working within a small team, you will be responsible for:
  • Ensuring invoices are approved and coded correctly
  • Reconciling invoices to supplier statements
  • Ensuring timely payments are made (local and international) of supplier invoices via weekly and monthly payment runs
  • Resolving invoice discrepancies and payments issues promptly
  • Handling accounts payable queries in a timely and professional manner
  • Statement reconciliations
  • Processing and reconciling expense claims
  • Developing relationships with suppliers & customers to assist with queries efficiently and effectively
  • Completing relevant reporting and analytical duties
  • Ad hoc duties to assist the broader team as required, particularly at end-of-month

Ideal Candidate
To be considered successful in the role, you will possess the following attributes:
  • Previous experience in a busy Accounts Payable environment
  • A keen eye for detail, with high level time management skills & the ability to meet deadlines
  • Personable nature and ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Desire to work autonomously as well as in a team environment
  • Prior experience using SAP, pronto or a similar large ERP is highly advantageous

Additional Benefits
  • Office located close to home in Melbourne's West (Laverton North)
  • Commence ASAP in your new role!
  • Initial 6 month role with longer term career potential
  • Attractive remuneration dependent on experience (circa $80,000 + super)
  • Supportive close knit team environment
  • Join an industry leading national organisation
  • Hybrid working arrangements 

How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Kennedy at ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au