• Inner eastern suburbs location – close to public transport & parking on site
• Up to $100,000 package. Full-time, permanent role.
• Autonomous senior role with ownership of the AP function

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Accounts Payable Officer to step into a standalone, autonomous role within a well-established finance team. The organisation is a well-known, billion dollar, privately owned business. This position will suit an experienced AP professional who enjoys owning the function end-to-end, working closely with senior stakeholders, and operating in a high-volume environment.

The Opportunity
Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will take full responsibility for the Accounts Payable function. This is a hands-on role requiring strong judgment, ownership and accountability, with scope to influence processes and act as the go-to person for all AP-related matters.
You will manage priorities independently, partner closely with the broader finance team, and play a key role in supporting operational and month-end requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Full end-to-end ownership of the Accounts Payable function
• Manage invoice processing, coding, approvals and payment runs
• Take responsibility for AP workflows, deadlines and priorities
• Act as the main point of contact for supplier queries and escalations
• Perform supplier reconciliations and resolve complex discrepancies
• Support month-end processes including accruals and reporting inputs
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with policies
• Partner closely with senior finance stakeholders on AP-related matters
• Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies

About You

• Proven experience of 5+ years in a senior Accounts Payable or autonomous AP role
• Comfortable working autonomously and owning the AP function end-to-end
• Strong attention to detail with excellent time management skills
• Confident communicator who can liaise with senior stakeholders
• Proactive, solutions-focused and confident managing competing priorities
• Open to candidates who can start immediately or have a notice period.

What’s on Offer

• Inner eastern suburbs location, close to public transport
• Hybrid working model (3 days in office / 2 days from home)
• Free parking available
• $100,000 package (permanent)
• High-trust, autonomous role with strong support from senior finance
• Opportunity to step into a critical, visible position within the team
• Work for a well known, billion dollar business with huge growth.

How to Apply
Click the link below to apply online.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Armstrong at sarmstrong@sharpandcarter.com.au.