Permanent Accounts Payable Role – Global Brand, Chance to Progress, Office-Based, SydneyYour new company A global retail organisation operating a warehouse-style model with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and ethical business practices, is looking to expand their finance team.
The AP function supports a high-volume, complex operation and is known for long tenure, internal movement, and promoting from within.Your new role As Accounts Payable Officer, you will be focusing primarily on reconciliations and issue resolution.
The role is suited to someone who takes a methodical, analytical approach to resolving discrepancies, understands the drivers behind aged balances, and is comfortable owning vendor accounts end to end.
Reporting to the AP Manager, key responsibilities will include:End-to-end Accounts Payable processingHigh-volume invoice processing (approximately 700 invoices per week)End-to-end supplier statement reconciliationsInvestigating and resolving aged balances and payment discrepanciesManaging supplier claims,



credit notes and payment disputesReviewing AP ageing and following outstanding items through to resolutionLiaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders across multiple sitesAssisting with bank reconciliations and GST reviewsSupporting month-end reconciliation processesMaintaining accurate supplier records and ensuring compliance with internal controls and proceduresSupporting AP Supervisors during peak periodsWhat you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a high-volume Accounts Payable environmentStrong reconciliation experience with vendor statementsExcellent Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and Pivot TableStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skillsGood understanding of Accounts Payable and General Ledger processesConfident communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholdersAbility to work under pressure while maintaining accuracyExperience within retail, FMCG or a large corporate environment will be highly regardedAustralian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or Permanent ResidentWhat you'll get in return Free on-site parking, monthly office lunches, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Annual flu vaccination benefit, Optical benefit after 12 months' service, hearing aid benefit after 12 months' service, life insurance covering death and permanent disability after 12 months' service, genuine internal career progression opportunities within a large finance function, Exposure to a high-volume, complex Accounts Payable environment.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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📌 Ap Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Hays
📍 Sydney