Accounts Payable Officer

Strandbags; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off Strand products

Job summary

STRAND's Head Office in Pyrmont seeks an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to manage day-to-day AP, invoice processing and supplier payments in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will work with Dynamics 365, ExFlow and Expense Me Pro, ensuring accurate coding, reconciliations and timely payments, while supporting month-end activities.

This hybrid role offers a 3:2 office/home pattern, ongoing learning opportunities, a strong team culture and a 40% discount on STRAND products.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role.
• Retail experience is preferred.
• Strong end-to-end AP knowledge including invoicing, payments and reconciliations.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial records.
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building across levels.
• Willingness to learn new systems and contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end invoice processing through Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and ExFlow, ensuring accurate coding, purchase order matching and appropriate approvals.
• Prepare and process weekly and monthly supplier payment runs, including distributing remittance advices.
• Maintain supplier accounts, including new supplier setups and verification of supplier banking details.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to internal and external queries relating to invoices, payments and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end activities, including accrual journals and bank reconciliations.
• Support monthly company credit card reconciliations through Expense Me Pro, following up on outstanding transactions and approvals.
• Assist with international supplier payments, foreign currency transactions and audit requests.
• Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes, accuracy and financial controls.
• Provide general support to the wider Finance team as required.

Skills

Accounts Payable

End-to-end AP

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

ExFlow

Expense Me Pro

Job description

Hybrid environment (3 days in office 2 from home)

Pyrmont

Your New Journey Begins with STRAND!

Are you organised, detail-oriented and passionate about getting the numbers right? We're looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join our Finance team at our STRAND Head Office in Pyrmont.

This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced retail business where you'll play a key role in managing supplier relationships, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring our Accounts Payable processes run smoothly and efficiently.

About the Role

Reporting into our Finance team, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day Accounts Payable function, managing everything from invoice processing and supplier payments to reconciliations and month-end activities.

You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring payments are processed accurately and on time while identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage end-to-end invoice processing through Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and ExFlow, ensuring accurate coding, purchase order matching and appropriate approvals.

Prepare and process weekly and monthly supplier payment runs, including distributing remittance advices.

Maintain supplier accounts, including new supplier setups and verification of supplier banking details.

Reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve discrepancies.

Respond to internal and external queries relating to invoices, payments and account reconciliations.

Assist with month-end activities, including accrual journals and bank reconciliations.

Support monthly company credit card reconciliations through Expense Me Pro, following up on outstanding transactions and approvals.

Assist with international supplier payments, foreign currency transactions and audit requests.

Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes, accuracy and financial controls.

Provide general support to the wider Finance team as required.

What We're Looking For

At least 2 years' experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role, ideally within retail.

Strong understanding of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, including invoice processing, payment runs and reconciliations.

Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.

Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines.

Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business.

A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

A willingness to learn new systems, take on challenges and contribute to continuous improvement.

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, ExFlow and Expense Me Pro will be highly regarded.

Who We Are

We're STRAND, Australia's go-to travel and lifestyle companion since 1927. With a growing retail network across Australia and New Zealand, we're passionate about helping people go places, whether it's their next big adventure or everyday journey.

At STRAND, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in putting our customers first, taking ownership, supporting our people and continually finding better ways to work.

Perks That Matter

Enjoy 40% off all products during your employment.

A Culture That Gets It

Join a supportive, collaborative team where people are encouraged to share ideas, help each other and succeed together.

Take Ownership

Make a meaningful contribution to our Finance function, with the opportunity to take initiative and improve the way we work.

Always Improving

Be part of a business that values curiosity, fresh ideas and finding better ways to do things.

Work With a Trusted Australian Brand

Join a team that is customer-focused, ambitious and always going places.

At STRAND, our people are at the heart of everything we do. If you're ready to bring your Accounts Payable experience to a supportive, fast-paced Finance team and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!