Accounts Payable Officer

Kanji Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

United Steel is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to join our Altona North team. You will manage end-to-end AP processes, code supplier invoices, and ensure timely payments while liaising with suppliers and internal teams.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this hands-on role requires attention to detail, strong organisation, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Based in Altona North or nearby for commuting.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or similar bookkeeping roles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good understanding of accounts payable processes.
• Excellent organisation and time management.
• Experience with Pronto ERP is highly regarded.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Based in Altona North or reachable for commuting.

Responsibilities

• Process and code supplier invoices.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery docs.
• Check invoices for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Process supplier payments and maintain records.
• Respond to supplier queries and follow up issues.
• Maintain supplier and financial records.
• Assist with weekly and month-end AP activities.
• Collaborate with purchasing, operations and internal teams.
• Support cross-training and leave coverage.
• Identify and resolve payment issues promptly.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel

Time management

Communication

Tools

Pronto ERP

Job description

Accounts Payable Officer | United Steel (GAM), Altona North VIC

Join a growing team and take ownership of the accounts payable function

United Steel is looking for an organised and detail-focused Accounts Payable Officer to join our team in Altona North, VIC.

This is a great opportunity for someone with accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a hands-on role and wants to be part of a supportive and established business.

You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day processing of supplier invoices and payments, while working closely with suppliers, internal teams and the wider finance function.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll manage the end-to-end accounts payable process and help ensure invoices and supplier payments are processed accurately and on time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing and coding supplier invoices
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation
• Checking invoices for accuracy and resolving discrepancies
• Processing supplier payments and maintaining payment records
• Responding to supplier queries and following up outstanding issues
• Maintaining accurate supplier and financial records
• Assisting with weekly and month-end accounts payable activities
• Working closely with purchasing, operations and other internal teams
• Identifying and resolving invoice and payment issues in a timely manner
• Participating in cross-training to support team requirements and provide peer leave coverage

About You

You’ll be someone who takes pride in getting the details right and enjoys keeping things organised.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar bookkeeping role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good understanding of accounts payable processes
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with suppliers
• Comfortable using computers and have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with accounting or ERP systems required. Experience with Pronto system highly regarded
• Ability to work independently while also being part of a team
• A proactive approach and willingness to get involved
• Experience in a manufacturing, construction, trade or distribution environment will be highly regarded but is not essential
• Based in Altona North or surrounding areas, or willing and able to reliably commute to our Altona North site

Why Join United Steel?

• Join an established and growing Australian business
• Work with a friendly and supportive team
• Stable, full-time opportunity based in Altona North
• Opportunity to develop your professional skills
• Varied role with exposure across the wider business
• Work in a practical and down-to-earth environment

If you’re an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for your next opportunity, or you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career, we’d love to hear from you.

United Steel is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities.

Prospective candidates will be required to provide proof of legal work rights and may be required to undertake relevant, role-appropriate pre-employment screening.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at any stage, please let us know.