Accounts Payable Officer

Strandbags; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% product discount

Job summary

STRAND is seeking an Accounts Payable professional for a 4 month contract at our Pyrmont Head Office. You will support end-to-end AP, processing supplier invoices at pace and ensuring on-time payments, while reconciling statements and maintaining supplier data.

Working across a busy retail environment, you’ll collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve queries, optimise processes and contribute to month-end activities. On-site 3 days.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes.
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices and transactions.
• Strong reconciliation and attention-to-detail skills.
• Confident working with ERP/accounting systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day Accounts Payable function.
• Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations.
• Prepare and process payment runs.
• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to supplier and internal payment queries.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure invoices are coded correctly.
• Assist with month-end activities and reporting.
• Support the wider Finance team with ad hoc accounting tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiencies.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Invoice Processing

Vendor Queries

Excel

Tools

ExFlow

Microsoft Dynamics

ERP System

Job description

• 4 month contract with potential to extend

Join the Finance team at Antler, working from our STRAND Head Office in Pyrmont, and play an important role in supporting the day-to-day accounts payable function of a fast-paced retail business.

Reporting into the Finance team, you'll be responsible for supporting the end-to-end Accounts Payable process and ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.

You'll be working across a busy, multi-site retail environment, collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to resolve queries and keep our accounts running smoothly.

What you'll be doing

• Manage the day-to-day Accounts Payable function
• Process a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation
• Complete supplier statement reconciliations
• Prepare and process payment runs
• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Respond to supplier and internal payment queries
• Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure invoices are coded correctly
• Assist with month-end activities and reporting
• Support the wider Finance team with ad hoc accounting tasks
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiencies

What we're looking for

• 2+ years' experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role
• Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices and transactions
• Strong reconciliation and attention-to-detail skills
• Confident working with ERP/accounting systems such as Exflow, Microsoft Dynamics or similar
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and pivot tables
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• A proactive approach and willingness to get involved

Who We Are

We're STRAND, Australia's go-to travel and lifestyle companion since 1927. With a growing portfolio of iconic brands and a nationwide retail network, we're passionate about helping people go places.

Why Start Your Journey With Us?

Hit the Ground Running – Join a supportive Finance team where you'll make an immediate contribution and gain valuable experience.

Make an Impact – Your work will directly support the smooth running of our Finance function and wider business.

Perks That Matter – Enjoy 40% off all products during your employment with us.

A Culture That Gets It – Work with a team that values collaboration, ownership, transparency and helping each other succeed.

Work With Trusted Australian Brands – Be part of a business that is customer-focused, ambitious and always going places.

If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a short-term opportunity where you can hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note this is a temporary position based at our Pyrmont Head Office, with 3 days required onsite. Open to candidates with temporary working visas.