About The Body Shop And The Opportunity For 50 years, we've proven that business can be a force for good. Founded by Anita Roddick, The Body Shop helped transform the beauty industry through cruelty‑free innovation, community trade partnerships and a commitment to making a positive difference in people's lives. Today, our products are sold in more than 3,000 stores across 68 countries, alongside a growing digital presence around the world.

About The Role We are seeking a full-time temporary Accounts Payable Officer for a 13–15-month Fixed Term Contract opportunity to provide parental leave cover (Dates tbc Nov/Dec 2026 through to Jan/Feb 2028. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end accounts payable function. This hands‑on role is suited to a highly organised and detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. You will bring a proactive mindset, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a willingness to contribute to the success of a collaborative and entrepreneurial team.

Key Responsibilities

Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner

Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor queries

Prepare and execute weekly payment runs

Perform weekly bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner

Maintain vendor master data, including validation of vendor information and bank detail changes

Review, code and reconcile corporate credit card transactions,



employee expenses and petty cash claims

Support month end close activities, including accruals, prepayments, and subledger‑to‑general‑ledger reconciliations

Assist the finance team with accounts payable cashflow forecasting

Contribute to the annual audit, including liaison with auditors

Deliver ad hoc analysis and provide ongoing support to the Finance Manager and broader finance team

Must-have

Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and time management skills

Positive reconciliation and analytical problem‑solving skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Nice-to-have Experience

Experience using ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and SAP Concur

Understanding of GST compliance and financial controls

Commercial experience in retail is highly regarded

What’s On Offer 13–15-month Fixed Term Contract opportunity to provide parental leave cover (Dates tbc Nov/Dec 2026 through to Jan/Feb 2028

Base salary + super + bonus potential

Employee discount

Hybrid Working: Three days per week (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday) from our Australian Support Office at Chadstone Shopping Centre, with flexibility to work from home on remaining days.

At The Body Shop Australia, we’re more than a beauty brand — we’re a purpose‑led business committed to ethical beauty and positive change.

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📌 Accounts Payable Officer (Port Phillip City)
🏢 The Body Shop Australia
📍 Port Phillip City