Lead an AP team for a reputable ASK listed business in the Perth CBD.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll oversee the end-to-end accounts payable function - ensuring supplier invoices, employee expenses, and payment runs are processed accurately and efficiently. You'll take ownership of team performance, workflow management, and compliance, while playing a key role in identifying opportunities to streamline and automate processes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and mentor a small Accounts Payable team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Oversee invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, and payment scheduling.
Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and relevant tax regulations.
Resolve escalated supplier queries and support complex issue resolution.
Collaborate with procurement, finance, and operational teams to improve processes and ensure data accuracy.
Support month-end and year-end reporting requirements.
Drive process efficiency through system and automation initiatives.
Skills & Experience
3-5 years' experience in Accounts Payable, including 1-2 years in a team leadership or supervisory capacity.
Strong understanding of AP processes, accounting principles, and controls.
Proven people management and mentoring skills.
Excellent organisational and time management abilities with high attention to detail.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
ERP experience (Sage advantageous, though training provided) and proficiency in Excel.
Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and employee benefits.
Flexible working conditions following probation.
Supportive and collaborative finance team environment.
Opportunity to contribute to ongoing process and system improvement projects.
Exposure to a leading ASX-listed corporate organisation.
If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys building capability within a team while continuously improving processes, we'd love to hear from you.