Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a knack for process efficiency? We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join a dynamic finance team. This is a critical role responsible for managing the full-cycle AP process, ensuring our vendor relationships are maintained through accuracy, timeliness, and professional communication.
The Role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the accounts payable function from invoice receipt through to final payment. You will act as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and play a key role in supporting the wider finance team during month-end closures and audits.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Invoice Management: Receive, verify, and code supplier invoices, ensuring accurate entry into the system and timely internal approvals.
- Payment Processing: Schedule and process electronic payments in accordance with company policy and cash flow requirements.
- Vendor Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile vendor statements and maintain meticulous financial records to ensure ledger accuracy.
- Dispute Resolution: Manage all vendor communications, proactively resolving discrepancies and maintaining positive supplier relationships.
- Compliance & Reporting: Support month-end closing activities and provide necessary documentation for financial audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Education: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (Essential).
- Experience: 3-5 years of proven experience in an Accounts Payable or similar high-volume finance role.
- Systems: Previous experience with SAP is highly regarded and will be a significant advantage.
- IT Literacy: Intermediate to advanced skills in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with both internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Deadline Driven: A strong sense of urgency and the ability to meet strict financial deadlines without compromising on quality.
- Team Player: A collaborative mindset with a willingness to support the broader finance team as required.
- Integrity: High level of attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining financial transparency and compliance.
This is a 12-month contract with extension opportunities
RESPECTFULLY AUSTRALIAN WORKING RIGHTS ONLY For more information about this opportunity, please click APPLY or contact Fab on 08 94374400 or via email on fab@drdgroup.com.au DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors. DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen, plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications #SCR-fab-frascari