Reporting to the Financial Controller and working closely with our AR & Credit Supervisor, you will own the end-to-end AP process for Waterco Australia while supervising, coaching and supporting a small AP team. This is a hands‑on role covering a period of parental leave for 12–15 months. With the business continuing to grow and evolve, there is a genuine possibility of this role becoming permanent in the longer term. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the implementation and refinement of procure‑to‑pay (P2P) automation.

Key responsibilities

Process supplier invoices accurately and on time, including three‑way matching to purchase orders and goods receipts

Prepare and process weekly and ad‑hoc payment runs (EFT, foreign currency and credit card)

Reconcile supplier statements, investigate and resolve discrepancies, and respond to supplier and internal queries

Maintain vendor master data in line with internal controls

Manage employee expense claims and corporate credit card reconciliations

May supervise, coach and support the AP team, allocating work, reviewing output and building capability

Support month‑end close, including AP accruals, GL reconciliations and reporting

Contribute to the implementation and refinement of P2P automation, identifying process improvements and helping the team adopt new ways of working

Ensure compliance with company policies, delegations of authority and audit requirements

About you

3+ years' experience in a high‑volume accounts payable role, ideally within manufacturing, distribution or wholesale

Experience supervising, mentoring or coaching others in a finance or shared‑services team

Exposure to AP automation, procure‑to‑pay or process improvement projects is highly regarded

Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (Epicor experience advantageous) and intermediate Excel skills

High attention to detail and accuracy, with a methodical approach to reconciliations and controls





Clear communicator who builds positive working relationships with suppliers, purchasing, warehouse and finance colleagues

Proactive, organised and comfortable managing competing deadlines in a busy environment

Full Australian working rights

About us

Waterco Limited is a leading Australian‑headquartered global manufacturer and distributor of pool, spa and water treatment solutions. Renowned for innovation, quality products and superior customer service, we support a strong franchise and retail network through Swimart and operate across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Salary of $75,000 – $85,000 + superannuation, depending on experience

12–15 month fixed‑term contract with potential to become permanent

Full‑time, office‑based role (Monday to Friday) at our Rydalmere head office

Free on‑site parking and on‑site gym

Supportive finance team and the chance to shape how AP operates as we automate

Employee discounts across the Waterco, Davey and Swimart product range

Established in 1981 and listed on the Australian Stock Exchange in 1989, Waterco (ASX: WAT) manufactures and distributes a diverse range of products for the international swimming pool, spa and water treatment markets.

Waterco delivers high quality water treatment pumps and filtration systems, solar pool heating, chemicals and swimming pool and spa accessories at exceptional value to over 40 countries worldwide.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Established in 1981 and listed on the Australian Stock Exchange in 1989, Waterco (ASX: WAT) manufactures and distributes a diverse range of products for the international swimming pool, spa and water treatment markets.

Waterco delivers high quality water treatment pumps and filtration systems, solar pool heating, chemicals and swimming pool and spa accessories at exceptional value to over 40 countries worldwide.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

What can I earn as an Accounts Payable Officer

📌 Accounts Payable Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Waterco
📍 Sydney