Recruiting Partners Australia are specialists in white collar recruitment across Australia, delivering tailored recruitment solutions to our clients. With strong partnerships and experience our clients are provided with the best candidates to fit the job.
The Opportunity
Recruiting Partners Australia is partnering with an established manufacturing business to recruit an experienced and motivated Accounts Payable Officer to join its finance team.
This is an excellent prospect for an organised, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records and efficient accounts payable processes.
Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, maintaining supplier accounts and supporting day-to-day and month-end finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently, including two-way and three-way matching against purchase orders and goods received.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained.
- Maintain accurate account coding, expense allocations and financial records.
- Assist with weekly and month-end supplier payment runs.
- Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding balances.
- Monitor the accounts payable inbox, responding to supplier enquiries and following up outstanding invoices.
- Support month-end reconciliations, accruals and financial reporting requirements.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments to resolve accounts payable matters.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls and workplace procedures.
About You
- A minimum of 2–3 years' experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance position.
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment will be highly regarded.
- Sound knowledge of accounts payable processes, including purchase order matching, invoice processing and supplier reconciliations.
- Experience working with accounting systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisational abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This position offers the opportunity to join an established manufacturing business where you can utilise your accounts payable experience and contribute to the smooth operation of the finance function.
You will work closely with the Finance Manager and internal teams, providing valuable support across supplier payments, reconciliations and financial administration.
Recruiting Partners Australia are driven and passionate to embrace diversity and equal employment opportunities and encourage any suitable candidates to apply.
Additional Information
- Join an established manufacturing business with a supportive finance team
- Hands-on accounts payable role covering invoicing, payments and reconciliations
- Utilise your AP experience in a busy, fast-paced environment