Accounts Payable Officer (6-month temporary contract)

Accounts Payable Officer (6-month temporary contract)

Mars Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer for a full-time, onsite, 6-month temporary contract position based in Melbourne VIC. The salary offered is $39 - $40 per hour plus superannuation.

About the Company Our client is a multinational organisation with a significant global footprint. They are recognised for their innovation, operational excellence, and commitment to employee development. Due to ongoing expansion, they require an Accounts Payable Officer to join their finance team in their Melbourne CBD office. This role presents a valuable opportunity for an accounts payable professional seeking to advance their career within a global entity, particularly if they thrive in a dynamic, high-volume setting.

About the Role Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, this position involves the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, ensuring adherence to internal policies and financial controls. You will cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure the smooth operation of accounts payable functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and within stipulated timeframes.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.
• Prepare and execute weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any outstanding discrepancies.
• Address supplier and internal stakeholder inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Establish and maintain supplier accounts and master data.
• Process employee expense reimbursements.
• Contribute to month-end close activities, including the preparation of accruals and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and GST requirements.
• Provide necessary documentation to support internal and external audits.
• Identify avenues for enhancing accounts payable processes and efficiencies.
• Collaborate with the broader finance team on ad hoc projects as needed.

Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role within a medium to large organisation.
• Experience processing high-volume invoices.
• A strong understanding of accounts payable principles and financial controls.
• Excellent reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using a large ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or similar will be highly regarded.