Lead Accounts Payable Manager

3 days ago


Perth, Western Australia beBeeAccounting Full time $120,000 - $150,000
Accounting Manager Job

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead and evolve our Accounts Payable team through the next phase of business optimization.

This is a pivotal role, responsible for overseeing accurate and timely supplier payments, managing a diverse set of stakeholders, key metrics reporting, driving continuous process improvement, supporting team development, and contributing to ongoing systems integration initiatives.

You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, procurement, operational stakeholders, IT and finance to ensure operational efficiency, system optimisation and compliance across a dynamic, multi-entity environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and oversee the Accounts Payable team
  • Responsible for team service levels and driving a customer service culture in Accounts Payable
  • Oversee Converga, our paperless Accounts Payable system
  • Managing business expense systems, including SAP Concur and the auditing tool Appzen
  • Maintain robust supplier data, including new supplier setup and variation, supplier termination, rebates, payment terms and cost center management
  • Managing Supply Chain Finance platforms with the banks and suppliers
  • Preparing management reports and reporting Accounts Payable metrics to management
  • Challenging and upholding key metrics across Accounts Payable
  • Facilitating projects to create efficiency and integration between our systems and workflow integration
  • Uplifting the quality of the team to ensure timely processing
  • Lead system integration and process improvement
  • Lead the transition of an Offshore to Onshore operational model for Accounts Payable
  • Continually improving key financial controls and related policies and processes
About This Role

This role requires strong analytical and influencing skills, with attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to meet deadlines. The successful candidate will be proactive, autonomous, and accountable, with a high level of coordination and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in a supervisory/managerial role leading an Accounts Payable team, with a strong emphasis on striving for continuous improvements. Experience with system enhancements, integrations and process redesign, project and change management skills, and problem-solving skills are also required.

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary benchmarking matrix
  • An incentive bonus scheme
  • Comprehensive learning & development offerings
  • A variety of recognition programs
  • Company discounts
Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • 5+ years experience in a supervisory/managerial role leading an Accounts Payable team
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to meet deadlines
  • Proactive approach and a high level of autonomy and accountability
  • Strong coordination and teamwork
  • Demonstrated experience with system enhancements, integrations and process redesign
  • Demonstrated project and change management skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
Work with Us

We offer a dynamic, multi-entity environment where you can make a real impact. Join us and take the first step towards a rewarding career.



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