Accounts Payable (3 Month Temp Contract)

Www.chandlermacleod.com; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer on a 3 month contract to support Baiada in Beresfield. You will maintain vendor data, process invoices, liaise with finance and suppliers, and reconcile statements.

The role requires experience with high volumes of invoices, accuracy, and proficiency in accounting software and MS Office. Australian work entitlement is required; diversity is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Recent experience processing a high volume of invoices in a large organisation.
• Proficient with accounting software and MS Office.
• Excellent data entry accuracy and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vendor master data and process invoices using EFTSURE and SAGE.
• Liaise with finance officers and suppliers on stock and accounts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and file supplier records.
• Process high volume invoices for specialised suppliers.
• Check invoices for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

AP principles

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Deadline orientation

Australian work entitlement

Tools

SAGE

EFTSURE

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Chandler Macleod is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer on a 3 month contract, supporting our client Baiada in Beresfield. Delivering fresh poultry to local retailers and value-adding products to Quick Service Restaurants and food service customers, Baiada are leading the way in the industry through innovation and setting high standards around process and efficiency, which ensures they deliver millions of high-quality products every year.

About the role

In your new role of Accounts Payable Officer, you will support the team in:

• Maintaining accurate vendor master data using internal systems EFTSURE and SAGE
• Liaising with finance officers and suppliers concerning stock management, and accounts
• Querying invoice items from internal and external business finance officersli>
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Processing a high volume of invoicesfor specialised suppliers
• Filing and maintaining supplier records
• Checking and verifying invoices for accuracy

About you

You will have recent experience processinga high volume of invoices, within a large organisation. In addition, you will bring:

• Detailed understanding of best practice accounts payable principles and processes
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Australian Citizen or permanent resident of Australia (legally entitled to work in Australia)

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.