Accounts Payable Team Leader – CBD | Retail | SAP S/4HANA
Permanent role | up to $120k + super + bonus & benefit
sNational retail brand where your contribution is value
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Are you looking for more than just your next Accounts Payable rol
e?
This is an opportunity to join a well-established retail organisation where the AP function plays a critical role in supporting stores across Australia and enabling a seamless customer experience.
Every day, the work you and your team deliver helps keep operations running smoothly and suppliers well-manage
d.With a collaborative culture, strong organisational values and a genuine focus on continuous improvement, this is an environment where you'll feel supported, trusted and empowered to make an impac
t.
About the R
oleReporting to the Shared Services Manager, you'll lead the Accounts Payable team, taking ownership of end-to-end AP operations while managing your own ledg
er.Working within a supportive finance workplace, you'll be the key point of escalation for AP issues, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time, and that stores receive the support they ne
ed.Your responsibilities will inclu
de:Leading, coaching and mentoring the AP team, delegating work and managing day-to-day worklo
adsActing as the point of escalation for complex supplier, operational and system-related quer
iesOverseeing full-function AP operations including invoice processing, payments, reconciliations and supplier enquir
iesManaging AP mailboxes and queues, ensuring service levels and turnaround times are
metMonitoring KPIs, SLAs,



backlog volumes, ageing and payment performance and taking action to improve resu
ltsMaintaining strong financial controls, governance and compliance across AP proces
sesPartnering with Procurement, Finance, Store Operations, Treasury and IT to resolve issues and improve proces
sesContributing to continuous improvement, automation and standardisation initiatives within the AP funct
ion
About
YouYou're an experienced AP professional and people leader who enjoys balancing hands-on work with coaching and supp
ort.You'll br
ing:5 + years' Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environ
mentProven leadership or team supervision experience within an AP func
tionStrong SAP experience is essen
tialConfidence managing escalations and providing guidance to your
teamStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret KPIs and drive perform
anceExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative appr
oachSolid understanding of AP controls, governance and compliance requirem
entsAn Accounting or Business-related qualification is desirable but not essent
ial.
Why You'll Love This Opport
unityWork for a recognised retail brand with national store pre
senceLead a visible AP team that directly supports store opera
tionsPermanent role with clear responsibility and scope to influence proc
essesHybrid working – 2 days WFH, CBD office, 9am–5pm
hoursCompetitive salary: up to $120,000 + super +
bonusStaff discounts and a supportive, collaborative finance
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📌 Accounts Payable Supervisor (New South Wales)
🏢 Alexander Appointments
📍 New South Wales