Job Description

Sydney CBD | Hybrid Working | ASX-Listed Services Organisation | APAC Scope

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a leading ASX-listed services organisation in a highly visible role supporting operations across the Asia-Pacific region.

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This is a broad leadership position within a sophisticated corporate finance function, offering exposure to financial controls, process improvement, systems implementation, audit, compliance and stakeholder management across a complex multinational environment.

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Leading a team of five, you will play a critical role in ensuring the productive operation of the Group's accounts payable function while driving continuous improvement, strengthening controls and supporting the ongoing growth of the business.

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Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take ownership of the end-to-end accounts payable function across multiple entities and jurisdictions.

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You will work closely with Finance, Tax, Financial Control and Operational teams to ensure the business maintains robust governance, scalable processes and a best-practice approach to payment operations.

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Accounts Payable Leadership

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- Lead, mentor and develop a team of five Accounts Payable professionals.
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- Oversee end-to-end supplier payment processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness of all payments.
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- Manage vendor payment cycles and approval workflows while maintaining strong internal controls.
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- Review aged payables and outstanding liabilities, working closely with stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure timely settlement of obligations.
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- Coordinate urgent and ad-hoc payment requirements while maintaining appropriate governance and approval standards.
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- Ensure high levels of service delivery to both internal and external stakeholders.
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Financial Operations & Controls

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- Oversee employee expense reimbursement processes and corporate card administration.
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- Manage card reconciliation processes and support the implementation of automated expense management solutions.
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- Administer employee relocation allowances and related payment activities.
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- Ensure adherence to company policies, financial controls and delegated authority frameworks.
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- Develop, maintain and enhance SOX-compliant controls and processes across accounts payable operations.
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- Support the month-end close process through the timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.
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Governance, Audit & Compliance

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- Maintain a solid control environment to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
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- Support external audit requirements and coordinate responses to audit requests.
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- Maintain documentation, process maps and control frameworks across the function.
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- Contribute to risk management activities and support ongoing compliance initiatives.
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- Partner with Finance leadership to strengthen governance and operational effectiveness across the business.
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Systems & Process Improvement

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- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency and enhance scalability.
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- Support the evaluation and implementation of finance systems and automation initiatives.
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- Drive continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing manual processes and strengthening controls.
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- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimise workflows and improve operational outcomes.
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Stakeholder Engagement

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- Build strong relationships across Finance, Operations, Tax and Shared Services teams.
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- Partner with senior stakeholders to support business initiatives and operational priorities.
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- Contribute to management reporting, business reviews and finance transformation projects.
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- Promote Finance as a value-adding business partner through proactive engagement and service excellence.
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About You n

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

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- Proven experience leading a high-volume Accounts Payable function within a large, complex organisation.
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- Previous people leadership experience, with the ability to coach and develop high-performing teams.
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- Strong understanding of financial controls, governance and compliance requirements.
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- Experience working within a listed, multinational or highly regulated environment.
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- Exposure to SOX controls, audit processes and process improvement initiatives.
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- Strong systems aptitude and experience working with large ERP platforms.
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- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
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- A proactive mindset with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.
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Why Join? nn
- Highly regarded ASX-listed organisation with a strong market reputation.
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- Broad APAC-focused role with significant visibility across the finance function.
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- Leadership responsibility with the opportunity to shape processes, controls and systems.
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- Hybrid working environment and flexible culture.
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- High-performing finance team with genuine career development opportunities.
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- Exposure to transformation projects and operational improvement initiatives.
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- Sydney CBD location with modern offices and excellent employee benefits.
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This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Finance Operations Manager looking to join a large, sophisticated organisation where they can make a genuine impact while advancing their career within a market-leading business. Candidates coming large ASX listed construction or heavy engineering background will be considered favourably as will anyone with exposure to the US market.

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📌 Finance Operations Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Excolo
📍 Sydney