Accounts Payable Officer

Rashi Joshi; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parking

Flexible hours

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Unknown client in Queensland requires an Accounts Payable Officer to manage end-to-end AP activities across supplier invoices, subcontractor payments and expense claims. The role reports to the Finance Manager and emphasizes accuracy, vendor liaison and timely processing within a dynamic project environment.

The successful candidate will have AP experience in construction or project environments, solid Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable position, preferably within construction, property or project-based environments.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and financial controls.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to prioritise competing deadlines and manage a high-volume workload.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing high-volume supplier and subcontractor invoices accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Matching invoices against purchase orders and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items.
• Managing supplier enquiries and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Preparing and processing weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Maintaining accurate accounts payable records and supporting audit requirements.
• Assisting with month-end reporting and reconciliations.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives and finance system enhancements.
• Working closely with project managers, site teams and suppliers to ensure smooth financial operations.

Skills

Accounts payables

Vendor management

Excel skills

ERP systems

Financial controls

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Your Company Our client is a highly reputable property and construction business with a strong presence across residential and commercial developments throughout Queensland. With an impressive pipeline of projects and continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join their collaborative finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, subcontractor payments and expense claims while maintaining strong relationships with vendors and project stakeholders.

Your Role

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high-volume supplier and subcontractor invoices accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Matching invoices against purchase orders and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconciling supplier statements and investigating outstanding items.
• Managing supplier enquiries and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Preparing and processing weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Maintaining accurate accounts payable records and supporting audit requirements.
• Assisting with month-end reporting and reconciliations.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives and finance system enhancements.
• Working closely with project managers, site teams and suppliers to ensure smooth financial operations.

What you need to be successful

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable position, preferably within construction, property or project-based environments.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and financial controls.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to prioritise competing deadlines and manage a high-volume workload.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

What You'll Get in Return

• Opportunity to join a growing and successful construction and property organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Modern office environment.
• Competitive salary package.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across Southeast Queensland.
• Paid parking and flexible hours.