Team Leader

Become a champion for meaningful progress as a Team Leader - House Payables

Job Description:
dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy through five global leadership brands; Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms.

Operating in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 46,000 dedicated specialists and partnering with 95 of the top 100 global advertisers our collective vision is to be at the forefront of people-centred transformations that shape society.

What your typical day will look like:
As the Team Lead - House Payables, you will oversee the House Payables team in managing all corporate and non-media payables. You will be the go-to person for Concur expenses and internal approval chains, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all payment processes.

Additionally, you will play a key role in fostering collaboration between onshore and offshore teams while driving operational improvements.

Core responsibilities include:

- Oversee and manage all corporate and non-media payables, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal controls (JSOX).
- Manage the offshore House Payables team, providing leadership, training, and support to drive efficiency and accuracy in payment processing.
- Act as the primary point of contact for Concur expenses, Credit Cards, and Internal Approvals (Coupa), handling approvals, process improvements, and business queries.
- Ensure accurate vendor onboarding, payment processing, and reconciliation of transactions across Coupa, D365, Workbook, and Spectre PF.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and auditors to support financial reporting, variance analysis, and compliance audits.
- Support the finance team with cash flow forecasting and reporting to ensure optimal financial planning.
- Work closely with IT and finance teams to ensure systems are optimized for accuracy and efficiency in payables processing.

A bit about you:

- Extensive experience in accounts payable, financial operations, or accounting, with a strong understanding of compliance, reporting, and process improvements.
- Proven ability to lead and manage offshore teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment with business objectives.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and engage with vendors and auditors effectively.
- Proficiency in financial systems such as Coupa, D365, Workbook, Spectre PF, and Concur Expenses.
- Strong knowledge of JSOX compliance, internal financial controls, and payment processing workflows.
- Advanced analytical skills with experience in financial reporting, reconciliation, and cash flow management.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a track record of driving operational efficiencies and system enhancements.

What’s in it for you:

- Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up
- The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change
- 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way
- Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University
- Be part of a global network that truly invests in recognising performance with via our Never Before Awards, and social impact, including having a clearly mapped path to becoming net zero

Become a champion for meaningful progress:
If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless - we look forward to welcoming you.

Next Steps

Location:
Melbourne - 510 Church Street

Brand:
Dentsu

Time Type:
Full time

Contract Type:
Permanent