Accounts Payable Team Lead

Job title : Accounts Payable Team Lead
Location : Parramatta
Job type : Contract or Temp
Job reference : HT - 08081
About the Role 

Our client, a highly respected industry leader, is currently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Team Leader to join their team on an immediate basis. This hands-on role will involve full-function, end-to-end accounts payable responsibilities, as well as the day-to-day leadership and support of a small, high-performing AP team. It’s an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking for a position in a fast paced and hands on environment. 

The Responsibilities:


This role will involve the following tasks:

  • Completing end-to-end accounts payable activities including raising purchase orders, processing of invoices and responding to supplier queries.
  • Mentoring and developing team performance
  • Performing month-end reconciliations
  • Driving process improvement within the accounts payable function
  • Maintain supplier accounts and reconcile supplier statements.
  • Investigate any overdue invoices.
  • Prepare AP related monthly balance sheet reconciliations and prepare weekly cash outflow forecase for supplier payments.
The successful applicant will have
  • Proven experience within an end-to-end accounts payable role for 5+ years. 
  • Strong experience with ERP systems. 
  • Strong understanding of month end and year end procedures. 
  • Experience in mentoring, training and leading a team. 
  • Experience in a similar accounts payable leadership/team lead position
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong month-end and year-end reporting experience
Benefits: 
  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Convenient location with parking onsite.
  • Work in a supportive and fun team environment.
  • Competitive hourly rate. 
How to Apply
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