Accounts Payable Officer

Who We Are:  

• NHP are specialists in Electrical & Automation Products, Systems & Solutions
• 100% Australian owned (Over 50 years of Electrical & Engineering excellence!)
• Local choice with the power of global partners
• 17 branches throughout Australia & New Zealand
• 15,000 stocked items; 75,000+ marked line items
• Driven by a team of over 800 dedicated & committed employees

“At NHP we recognise that our people determine the success of our business”.

About the Role:

NHP are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance team, based in Melbourne.

In this role, you will be responsible for performing routine documentation and general administrative duties associated with the monitoring of creditor accounts including maintaining the integrity of the Creditors sub-ledger with a correct and timely processing, payment and reconciliation process.
  
Size of the AP team – 5 staff
Working on one major account!

Key Accountabilities:  

• Receive and record invoices and other AP documentation, check and confirm liability for payment, ensuring accuracy
• Gain authorisation for payment in accordance with NHP procedures
• Allocate approved expenditure to correct budget account (cost centre /GL), ensuring accuracy of data
• Process payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Manage reconciliation of major supplier account
• Provide excellent customer service to our supplier and stakeholders regarding AP queries
• Follow up on missing payments in a timely manner
• Other administration support (i.e. petty cash)

What you will bring to the role:  

• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience working in an Accounts Payable function
• Previous experience reconciling large accounts
• An ability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment with conflicting priorities
• Analytical with an understanding of AP standards and statutory requirements
• Systems savviness (D365 Finance)
• Intermediate MS Excel skills, including experience with V Look Up
• A great eye for detail and accuracy
• Confident and capable communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• A positive attitude and a willingness to work with a range of different personalities to achieve agreed outcomes

What’s on offer:
  
You will be part of a talented team, work in an empowering and supportive environment and enjoy the benefits that come with working at NHP including:  

• A great place to work – the word ‘family’ encompasses who we are and how we do business
• A culture that encourages work/life fulfilment
• Ongoing learning & development to meet your professional development needs
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Salary Packaging – including vehicle novated leasing and other items / expenses
• Discounts on corporate health insurance with Bupa
• Job security
• Paid parental leave

An attractive remuneration package will be offered based on the skills and experience of the successful applicant. 
  
NHP is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.  Our commitment to local industry extends to a strong sense of social responsibility. Through our community engagement strategy, NHP positively contributes to the sustainable development of local communities. We're proud of our community partnerships with Southern Cross Kids Camps and Travellers Aid in Australia, and the Graeme Dingle Foundation in New Zealand.
  
How to apply:
  
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, simply apply via this advertisement.  Or visit our careers page: www.nhp.com.au.  To keep up to date with all things ‘NHP’ please connect with us on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/nhp-electrical-engineering-products-pty-ltd/
Additional information

• Work / Life Fulfilment!
• Collaborative, Inclusive & Supportive Team!
• Bring your AP Expertise!