Accounts Payable Manager

Access Group Australia have the nation's largest privately-owned fleet of access equipment. Our core business facilitates the hiring, selling, servicing and transporting of elevated work platforms including scissors, boom lifts, telehandlers and forklifts to the construction, material handling and mining sectors. We have a strong team of employees who work in a fast-paced, high-performing, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment. 

We believe in creating a culture which is centred around our company values, People, Safety, Respect, Communication and Continuous Improvement. 

A new opportunity exists for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join our high performing finance team at our Canning Vale corporate office. This role will be responsible for overseeing the Accounts Payable function and ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payments to vendors, suppliers, and other creditors. The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented and organised professional with strong leadership skills to manage a team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising the processing of invoices, ensuring accuracy, coding, and compliance with company policies.
• Reviewing and approving invoices for payment.
• Managing the payment process, including the preparation of checks, electronic payments, and coordination with the finance team.
• Ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with vendors and address any issues or discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Establishing and enforcing internal controls to prevent errors and fraud in the Accounts Payable process.
• Overseeing the processing of employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and reimbursement guidelines.
• Reconciling vendor statements with Accounts Payable records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigating and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing Accounts Payable activities, including tax regulations.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness in the Accounts Payable function.
• Supervising and lead the Accounts Payable team, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
• Fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Generating and analysing reports related to Accounts Payable activities.
• Presenting financial data and performance metrics to senior management.
• Leveraging accounting software and other technological tools to streamline Accounts Payable processes

The successful candidates will be individuals who will honour our core values of People, Safety, Respect, Communication and Continuous Improvement - in addition to this they will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Accounts Payable management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to prioritise with outstanding time management skills.
• Resilience and maturity with the ability to work within a collaborative team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced ever changing environment.

The Benefits of Joining Access Group

• A competitive remuneration based on your experience and qualifications.
• The opportunity of working for a well-established, energized, and rapidly growing organisation.
• Onsite gym & engaged national social club.
• A positive workplace with an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement.
• Inspirational leadership, that is eager to help you succeed.
• Employee rewards program with quarterly rewards.
• On-going external training to maintain professional development.

How to Apply

This role is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive and dynamic team within a secure and stable industry. If you feel you have the experience, ability, and skills, we want to hear from you! 

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At Access Group, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage women and Indigenous candidates to apply.

****Please Note: only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered for these roles.