Join a nationally recognised organisation with a strong reputation in its sector and a clear focus on operational excellence. This business is undergoing an exciting period of transformation and is committed to building a best-in-class finance function. With a culture that values accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration, this is a great opportunity to join a high-performing team during a pivotal phase.
About the Role
This newly created role has two key phases.
In the first 12 months, you will lead a national project to centralise Accounts Payable (AP) operations across multiple entities. Working closely with the Corporate Financial Controller and state-based finance teams, you’ll design, implement, and optimise a unified AP function within the business’s ERP system.
Once centralisation is complete, the role will transition into an ongoing Senior Accountant position where you will oversee the centralised AP team, ensure timely and accurate processing, and contribute to broader month-end and reporting activities.
Key Responsibilities
Phase 1 – Project Delivery (12 months):
- Lead the national AP centralisation project across a multi-entity environment
- Design and implement consistent processes, controls, and reporting frameworks
- Optimise the ERP system to streamline AP workflows
- Collaborate with state-based finance leaders and internal stakeholders
- Train and support the AP team during the transition
- Drive change management and adoption of new processes
- Manage and support the centralised AP team
- Oversee supplier payments, reconciliations, approvals, and issue resolution
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policy
- Assist with month-end processes including accruals and journal preparation
- Continuously assess and improve the efficiency and performance of AP operations
You are a degree-qualified accountant with strong AP process knowledge and experience leading change or systems projects. You’re comfortable in a hands-on role that requires both strategic thinking and detailed execution. With experience supervising teams and implementing improvements, you’re also a confident communicator who can bring others on the journey and drive outcomes.
Experience in centralised finance functions, large ERP systems, and multi-entity environments will be highly regarded.
What’s in it for You?
- Competitive salary: Circa $120,000 – $130,000 + Super (depending on level of experience)
- Lead a national transformation project with long-term impact
- Choose to work from either Port Melbourne or Western Suburbs site
- Supportive finance leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
- Stable and growing business with long-term career development opportunities
Please use the appropriate link to apply for the role with your update CV.
If this role isn't quite right for you please review our website. www.sharpandcarter.com.au
Jessica Egan - Manager Accounting and Finance
