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Accounts Payable Officer

Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical
Melbourne, VIC
A$95,000 p/a + super, based on experience
Accounting → Accounts Payable
Full-time
On-site

Posted 11 days ago


  • Step into a career-defining AP Officer role with growth and development
  • Own AP end-to-end as the first hire in Melbourne, establishing Melbourne's new payments hub
  • Up to $95k + super, based on experience
  • Based in Melbourne's CBD on Collins Street
  • Fantastic culture in a high performing team


Make Your Mark

Step into a career-defining role as Accounts Payable Officer, where you’ll own the end-to-end AP function and help shape the future of a growing finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this newly created position in Melbourne puts you at the centre of establishing a Melbourne-based payments hub with global reach.

This isn’t just another AP role — it’s your chance to take control, influence processes, and be part of exciting transformation projects, including the rollout of a cutting-edge treasury platform. You’ll start with full ownership of the function and, as the business expands, grow into a leadership role managing your own team.

What You’ll Do

  • Run weekly payment cycles, manage supplier data, and deliver accurate month-end reporting.
  • Oversee payroll, superannuation, PAYG tax, and ad-hoc payments.
  • Set up new suppliers, reconcile statements, and manage expenses.
  • Own the payables ledger close and provide insights into creditor ageing.
  • Drive process improvements and contribute to building a payments hub from the ground up.
  • Support audits, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.


What You’ll Bring

  • Solid accounts payable with strong systems knowledge.
  • Advanced Excel skills and a knack for problem-solving.
  • Clear communication, stakeholder management, and a proactive mindset.
  • Energy, adaptability, and the drive to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Fantastic attitude with a can-do mentality.


Why You’ll Love It

  • Be the first hire in the Melbourne Office in a high-impact function — your ideas will shape the way forward.
  • Get hands-on involvement in exciting global finance projects.
  • Genuine career progression as the payments hub grows.
  • Vibrant Collins St location with a salary of $95,000 + super

How to Apply

If this role excites you and you’re ready to take ownership of the accounts payable function, we’d love to hear from you. Please click Apply Now and submit your resume to be considered.


About Sharp & Carter Accounting Clerical

Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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