Accounts Payable Specialist (10-month contract)

A leading organisation in Adelaide CBD is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a 10-month contract, offering a hybrid working arrangement with two days in the office and three days working from home. This role provides you with the opportunity to join a supportive team environment where your expertise in financial transaction processing will be highly valued. You will enjoy flexible working opportunities, generous training support, and the chance to contribute to process improvements within a well-established corporate setting. If you are passionate about nurturing relationships, sharing knowledge, and supporting colleagues, this position offers an ideal platform for you to thrive while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What you'll do:

As an Accounts Payable Specialist based in Adelaide CBD, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day functions of the accounts payable department. Your responsibilities will include processing transactions with precision, performing detailed reconciliations, assisting with month-end reporting activities, and utilising your advanced skills in spreadsheets and financial systems. You will also have the opportunity to mentor colleagues, contribute to process improvements, and build strong relationships across the business.

• Process accounts payable transactions efficiently and accurately, ensuring all invoices and payments are handled according to established procedures and internal controls.
• Perform reconciliations of accounts, banking platforms, and financial records to maintain accuracy and integrity across all financial data.
• Support month-end activities by preparing reports, analysing data, and assisting with closing processes to ensure timely completion of financial cycles.
• Utilise advanced spreadsheet skills and financial systems expertise to manage large volumes of data analysis and reporting requirements.
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships by communicating clearly with internal teams and external partners regarding payment queries or issues.
• Mentor, train, or support staff within the transactional finance environment, sharing your knowledge to enhance team capability and foster communal growth.
• Contribute actively to process improvement initiatives by identifying areas for optimisation within accounts payable workflows.
• Assist with OCR (Optical Character Recognition) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system operations, leveraging extensive experience to streamline processes.
• Exercise sound judgement when resolving complex problems related to banking platforms or financial discrepancies.
• Manage competing priorities effectively by organising tasks, meeting deadlines, and responding promptly to requests from colleagues or stakeholders.

What you bring:

The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist brings substantial experience gained from working in corporate environments where accuracy, dependability, and collaboration are paramount. Your background includes handling complex financial transactions using advanced banking platforms while exercising empathy when resolving issues. You possess deep knowledge of accounting principles alongside practical expertise in reconciliations and month-end reporting. Your interpersonal skills enable you to connect easily with colleagues across departments; you are known for being considerate when mentoring others or supporting their development. Advanced analytical abilities allow you to manage large datasets confidently while maintaining sensitivity towards deadlines. Your exposure to OCR technology and ERP systems means you can share best practices that improve efficiency. Above all else, your commitment to communal growth ensures that every member of the team feels supported as they strive together towards shared goals.

• Demonstrated experience of at least seven years in accounts payable and financial transaction processing within a corporate environment is essential for this role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various banking platforms combined with proven problem-solving abilities enables you to resolve complex issues efficiently.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, financial procedures, and internal controls ensures compliance with organisational standards.
• Extensive experience in reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end activities allows you to contribute meaningfully during critical periods.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis using spreadsheets as well as familiarity with financial systems supports accurate reporting and decision-making.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with colleagues demonstrates your commitment to communal success within the team environment.
• Experience mentoring or training staff in transactional finance settings highlights your nurturing approach towards developing others’ capabilities.
• Significant exposure to OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems is highly desirable for optimising workflow efficiency.
• Contribution to process improvements showcases your willingness to share ideas that benefit both the team’s performance and overall business outcomes.
• A qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline or comparable experience provides the foundation needed for success.

What's next:

If you are ready to share your expertise as an Accounts Payable Specialist within a collaborative team environment that values flexibility and growth, we encourage you to take the next step today!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply, please click "Apply" or contact Matheus Leão on 61 8 8216 3532 or mat.leao@robertwalters.com.au for a confidential discussion.