Mainland Dairy, the business formerly known as Fonterra's global Consumer and associated businesses, is now part of the Lactalis Group and known as Lactalis-Mainland Dairy.
Lactalis is a French family-owned business founded in Laval in 1933. Today, it is the world's leading dairy group, present in 50 countries employing around 85,500 people. It is home to some of the world's best known global and international dairy brands, including Président, Galbani and Parmalat, and local brands including Pauls, OAK, and Cracker Barrel in Australia.
Lactalis-Mainland Dairy is a team of more than 4,300 employees, operating 16 manufacturing sites across Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia and the Middle East. We make well-loved brands including Perfect Italiano, Mainland, and Western Star.
Our passionate and talented team is committed to nurturing the future, unlocking new opportunities, and fostering innovation in nutrition and food.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Accounts Payable Lead, the Accounts Payable Specialist supports the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately, on time and in line with internal controls and compliance requirements.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
* Processing supplier invoices from receipt through to posting, in line with AP policies and service level expectations
* Monitoring assigned work queues, managing ageing items and escalating emerging risks or issues appropriately
* Coordinating with offshore accounts payable resources to support timely processing and clear handovers
* Resolving invoice discrepancies and responding to supplier and stakeholder queries in a professional and timely manner
* Maintaining accurate documentation and records to support audit, controls and month end activities
* Following documented processes and contributing to knowledge sharing and team capability
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps and assisting with automation or workflow enhancements
About You
You are a detail focused accounts payable professional who values accuracy, accountability and teamwork. You enjoy working within structured processes while also contributing ideas to improve the way work is done.
To succeed in this role, you'll ideally bring:
* Experience in an accounts payable or finance operations role
* A practical understanding of invoice processing, approvals, reconciliation and payment cycles
* Familiarity with ERP systems and working confidently with Excel and workflow tools
* An awareness of financial controls and Australian GST requirements
* Strong communication skills and a service oriented approach when working with internal stakeholders and suppliers
* The ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and elevate issues when needed
What We Offer
* Competitive pay and benefits
* Career development and internal opportunities across a global business
* A team focused workplace in a fantastic culture where your work has real impact
* A strong commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability
* Flexible work arrangements where possible
Based at our Richmond office, this role offers excellent career development and internal mobility pathways as well as flexible ways of working and a hybrid structure, that allows you the balance of in-office collaboration and working from home to suit your lifestyle.
Please note that applicants must have full working rights for Australia to be considered.
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