Accounts Payable Analyst

Begacheese; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The Bega Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to join our Docklands-based hybrid team. In this role, you will support accurate AP processing across ERP systems and drive improvements in invoice matching and controls, while collaborating with buyers and suppliers.

Based in Melbourne, the role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with internal teams and external stakeholders. Wed–Fri onsite, with flexible work otherwise.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable, ideally in FMCG or retail.
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing and AP practices.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret data trends.
• Clear verbal and written communication for internal and supplier relationships.
• Adaptable and collaborative with good prioritisation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and compliant processing of invoices and credit notes
• Partner with buyers and stakeholders to improve three-way matching and drive GEP and SAP compliance
• Resolve supplier and stakeholder enquiries within KPI timeframes, providing guidance on processes and policies
• Prepare daily reports, support month-end activities and analyse data to identify trends and inform decisions
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement across Accounts Payable operations

Skills

AP experience

FMCG/retail experience

Invoice processing

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration

Prioritisation

Reporting

Tools

GEP

SAP

Job description

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

Accounts Payable Analyst | Docklands-based hybrid role (Wed-Fri onsite)

Join Bega Group as an AP Processing Analyst, supporting accurate and efficient accounts payable activities across multiple ERP systems and robotic process automation tools. You will resolve supplier queries, complete reconciliations and ensure invoices and credit notes comply with established controls. Working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, you will partner with buyers and other stakeholders to improve invoice matching, strengthen system compliance and deliver accurate daily reporting and month-end activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and compliant processing of invoices and credit notes
• Partner with buyers and stakeholders to improve three-way matching and drive GEP and SAP compliance
• Resolve supplier and stakeholder enquiries within KPI timeframes, providing guidance on processes and policies
• Prepare daily reports, support month-end activities and analyse data to identify trends and inform decisions
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement across Accounts Payable operations

About You

• Ideally you have some Accounts Payable experience, ideally gained within FMCG, retail or a similarly fast-paced industry
• Sound knowledge of invoice processing and accounts payable practices
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to investigate issues, interpret data trends and develop practical solutions
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with confidence building effective relationships across internal teams, customers and suppliers
• An adaptable and collaborative approach, with strong prioritisation, resilience, decision-making and reporting capabilities

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 team members, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch-ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.