Accounts Payable Lead

Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation); Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Generous paid parental leave

Other leave options including paid and

Volunteer leave

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Synergy is seeking an Accounts Payable Lead for a 9-month term at our Perth Central Park office. You will oversee daily AP operations, cash processing, and bank reconciliations, and lead a seven-person team to ensure accurate payments and compliance.

You will drive automation initiatives, improve controls, and act as the AP SME under the Payment Times Reporting Scheme. Strong leadership and ERP experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in accounts payable, finance operations, or treasury.
• Experience leading a team and coaching others.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of accounts payable, cash processing, and bank reconciliations in compliance with policies.
• Review and approve supplier payments, including foreign currency payments.
• Lead and develop a seven-person team to drive performance and continuous improvement.
• Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency and financial controls.
• Act as AP SME, resolving escalations and ensuring timely supplier payments under the Payment Times Reporting Scheme.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Financial controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

SAP ERP

Job description

Perth

We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.

And we want you to be part of it.

You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.

But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.

Our big batteries are now live in Kwinana and Collie, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, building the new King Rocks Wind Farm, and we have many other projects in the works.

We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.

We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.

This is where you come in.

Role Description

The Accounts Payable Lead is an exciting opportunity for an initial 9-month period in our Accounts Payable team based at our Perth Central Park office. This role is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations of Synergy’s accounts payable, cash processing, and general ledger bank account reconciliation activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. The Accounts Payable Lead will also oversee critical automation initiatives improving overall efficiency of the function.

The successful candidate will lead a team of seven, driving operational excellence through process improvements, automation initiatives, and strong stakeholder engagement. Acting as the subject matter expert for accounts payable, they will provide guidance on complex queries, resolve escalations, and maintain Synergy’s reputation as a reliable and timely payer under the Payment Times Reporting Scheme.

This position requires a proactive leader who can foster a high-performing, collaborative environment, influence stakeholders across the business, and deliver innovative solutions to enhance financial control and reporting integrity.

Job Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing the daily operations of accounts payable, cash processing, and general ledger bank account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Reviewing and approving supplier payment runs, including foreign currency payments, in line with treasury management standards.
• Leading, coaching, and motivating a team of seven to deliver high performance, engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Driving critical automation and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and financial control integrity.
• Acting as the subject matter expert for accounts payable, resolving complex queries, stakeholder escalations, and ensuring timely supplier payments under the Payment Times Reporting Scheme.

What You Will Bring

• Significant experience in accounts payable, finance operations, or treasury, with the ability to effectively manage high-volume processes and deliver strong operational outcomes.
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to coach, support, and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP experience highly regarded).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and foster strong relationships.
• A customer-first mindset and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

So, what's it like working for Synergy?

As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.

At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.

Here’s a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave
• Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave
• Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community
• Learning and development opportunities

More details can be found here

At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.

Synergy is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieving equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) and section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) will apply to this vacancy. We welcome applications from anyone who has the demonstrated skills and experience to successfully perform this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.

Applications close 9 September 2026, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

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