Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys working in a busy environment, solving problems, and building strong relationships across a business?
We are seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to join a well-established national organisation based in Whakatāne.
This is an prospect to join a high-performing finance team where your technical capability, attention to detail, and stakeholder management skills will be genuinely valued.Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time while working closely with stakeholders across multiple locations throughout New Zealand.About the Role This is a high-volume AP position with plenty of variety and responsibility.
You'll manage incoming invoices through a centralised inbox, coordinate with site-based administrators across the country, and help ensure payments are processed efficiently and accurately.The business is currently undertaking a systems transformation project, making it an exciting time to join and contribute to ongoing process improvements.Key ResponsibilitiesProcessing supplier invoices and paymentsManaging a centralised accounts payable inboxInvestigating and resolving invoice and payment queriesLiaising with internal stakeholders nationwide to confirm approvals and prioritise paymentsAssisting with weekly and monthly payment runsMaintaining accurate supplier records and account reconciliationsSupporting continuous improvement initiatives within the finance functionContributing positively to a collaborative and high-performing team cultureWe're looking for someone who is more than a transactional AP processor.
You'll be a proactive problem solver who enjoys taking ownership of your work and building effective relationships across the business.Ideally You Will Have:Previous Accounts Payable experience in a busy environmentStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsIntermediate Excel skills, including formulas and lookupsExcellent attention to detail and accuracyThe ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlinesA proactive, solutions-focused approachStrong organisational skills and the ability to work independentlyExperience with ERP systems (Pronto experience is advantageous but not essential)About the Team You'll join a diverse and inclusive organisation with team members located throughout New Zealand.
Collaboration is a key part of the culture, with regular Microsoft Teams communication and a supportive finance leadership team focused on continuously lifting capability and performance.The organisation values different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, creating an environment where people can thrive and contribute their best work.What's on Offer?
A supportive and collaborative team environmentBirthday leaveExposure to systems and process improvement projectsModern office environmentLong-term career development opportunities within a national business.If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, enhance your skills, and be part of a team committed to excellence, we'd love to hear from you.Accounts Payable Officer • Rest of Bay of Plenty
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