About the role An exciting opportunity exists for an Accounts Payable Team Lead or Supervisor to join a growing and dynamic business located in Western Sydney.
Our client is open to applicants with proven people-management experience, as well as seasoned Senior Accounts Payable Officers who are ready to step up into a leadership role.
The Responsibilities Complete all accounts payable activities, including invoice processing and supplier query management.
Generate and review weekly supplier payment files prior to approval.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier master data.
Complete supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Oversee corporate credit card administration and weekly staff expense reimbursements, with support from the AP Manager.
Assist the AP Manager with weekly cash-outflow forecasting, cash-management activities, and AP-related balance sheet reconciliations.
Oversee daily team workflows, including training, development, and mentoring.
Partner with the Group Financial Controller, CFO, and Finance team on process automation, systems integration, and efficiency improvements.
Respond to internal stakeholder queries and ensure timely actioning of AP emails.
The successful applicant will have: Minimum 5+ years' experience in a comparable leadership role.
Strong knowledge of month-end and year-end processes, including general ledger structures and coding.
Proficiency with large ERP systems.
Proven ability to identify and drive process and system improvements.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical capability.
Experience with foreign currency supplier payments and cashflow forecasting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels internally and externally.