Your new company
A global retail organisation operating a warehouse-style model with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and ethical business practices, are 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:
Reconciling merchandise vendor statements end to end
Investigating aged balances and resolving discrepancies
Analysing variances using Excel (V-lookups used regularly)
Working directly with suppliers to resolve billing and payment issues
Liaising with internal stakeholders, including warehouse teams across multiple sites
Reviewing AP ageing and following items through to resolution
Assisting with bank and GST reconciliations as required
Managing supplier claims and payment disputes
Supporting continuous improvement across the AP function
What you'll need to succeed
Experience in a pure Accounts Payable role
Solid exposure to vendor statement reconciliations
Good understanding of general ledger processes
Strong Excel skills (V-lookups and Pivot Tables essential)
Detail-oriented, analytical, and organised
Comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal teams
Proactive, resilient, and able to manage volume without losing accuracy
What you'll get in return
Training and support to build strong product and system knowledge. Clear opportunities for internal movement and progression. Supportive, collaborative AP team within a large finance function. Exposure to a high-volume, high-value AP environment.
What you need to do now
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