Position Title: Accounts Payable Manager
Location: Melbourne CBD, VIC
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Industry: Technology
Reports To: Financial Controller / Head of Finance

About the Company

Our client is a well-established financial services organisation based in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. With a strong reputation for innovation, client service, and financial strength, they offer a dynamic and collaborative workplace that supports professional development and operational excellence.

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Manager will lead the Accounts Payable (AP) function, overseeing the end-to-end AP process and ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reporting. This role is critical in maintaining strong supplier relationships, driving process improvements, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and supporting the broader finance team with strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team

Oversee the end-to-end AP process, including invoice verification, coding, approval workflow, payment processing, and reconciliations

Manage supplier relationships and resolve payment or invoice issues in a timely and professional manner

Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in the AP function

Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls

Collaborate closely with Procurement, Finance, and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting

Manage weekly and monthly payment runs, including domestic and international payments

Prepare AP-related reports, KPIs, and cash flow forecasts as required

Support month-end close and audit processes related to payables

Train, mentor, and develop AP team members

Key Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

Proven experience in managing an Accounts Payable function within a large, complex organisation

Prior experience in a financial services environment is highly regarded

Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive team performance and foster a positive culture

Excellent knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and AP automation tools

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

High attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

Opportunity to join a respected organisation with strong values and a high-performance culture

Collaborative and inclusive team environment

Convenient Melbourne CBD location

Career development opportunities within a growing finance function

Competitive salary package and employee benefits

• Highly flexible working arrangement