Accounts Payable Team Lead

Job title : Accounts Payable Team Lead
Location : Sydney
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $100,000 + $110,000 + Superannuation
Contact name : Niamh Hill
Contact email : nhill@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : NH - 456789
About the role
Our client is a national retail company that has experienced growth and are looking for a senior accounts payable professional to join the team as an Accounts Payable Team Lead. This role will involve managing a team of 3 and manage BAU accounts payable operations. The company is located in Sydney CBD and offer hybrid working conditions (3 days from the office, 2 days from home). 

Working within their modern offices, the role will suit a highly motivated and driven individual to mentor the team to success. The company will also provide a lot of support to the successful candidate. 

Position Description 
Your daily tasks will include but not be limited to the following duties;
  • Leading a team of 3 Accounts Payable Officers
  • Managing the accounts payable function- including assisting with day-to-day tasks. 
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders (internally and externally)
  • Mentoring and developing team performance
  • Liaising with suppliers and performing month-end reconciliations
  • GL coding, payment execution and journaling. 
  • Driving process improvement within the accounts payable function
Candidate Profile
The successful applicant will the following: 
  • Strong accounts payable experience
  • Strong SAP system experience desirable, but not essential
  • Experience leading and managing a team is highly advantageous
  • Experience within high-volume and fast-paced environments
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong month-end and year-end reporting experience
What's on Offer
  • A role within a growing national business
  • Hybrid working conditions 
  • CBD office location 
  • Career growth opportunities internally
  • Supportive and friendly company culture 
How to Apply
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