Accounts Payable Specialist

ALDI; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 118,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Hybrid work

Parental leave

Physiotherapy access

Employer of Choice

Wellbeing program

Job summary

ALDI Australia is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Minchinbury team. This permanent full-time role connects internal partners with offshore AP operations, driving process improvements and delivering accurate reporting and KPIs.

You will analyse performance data, coordinate with stakeholders, and help standardise end-to-end AP processes in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable with high-volume processing
• Proficiency with SAP Ariba and SAP S4/HANA is essential
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting and analysis
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to lead process improvement and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Act as the key link between internal stakeholders and offshore AP partner
• Lead process improvement initiatives across the AP function
• Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and KPIs
• Analyse operational performance data to identify trends and risks
• Partner with internal and offshore teams to standardise processes

Skills

Accounts Payable

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

Time management

Tools

SAP Ariba

SAP S/4HANA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

With roots dating back to 1913, ALDI is proud to make a real difference to people across the world by offering top quality products for low prices. ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 5 states.

If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI you know we are not your average supermarket. We’re also not your average employer. ALDI is a place where you’ll find good people, good purpose and good opportunities. So you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and have a rewarding career.

It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.

About the Role

Grow your career with a global retailer as a Specialist within our Accounts Payable (AP) Finance team at ALDI Australia, based in Minchinbury.This is a permanent full-time position. Our Accounts Payable team plays a pivotal role in connecting business partners, onshore and offshore AP teams to drive operational excellence. Through collaboration, process improvement and effective stakeholder engagement, the team ensures efficient service delivery and supports strong business outcomes.

What does the role look like?

• Act as the key link between internal stakeholders and the offshore Accounts Payable partner, ensuring clear communication, priority alignment, and service delivery outcomes.
• Lead process improvement initiatives across the Accounts Payable function, partnering with stakeholders to streamline workflows, enhance controls, eliminate inefficiencies, and improve the overall user and supplier experience.
• Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and KPIs, delivering accurate and timely insights to support business decisions.
• Analyse operational performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner with internal and offshore teams to standardise processes, promote best practices, and support change initiatives.

What do we need from you

• Demonstrated experience in Accounts Payable, with a strong understanding of invoice processing, payment cycles, reconciliations, month-end activities and supplier management within a high-volume environment.
• Proven proficiency with SAP Ariba and SAP S4 Hana is essential.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, data validation, and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet competing deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the initiative to identify issues, implement solutions, and take ownership of outcomes.
• Proven ability to adapt to new technologies and systems, with a curious mindset and commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave for pursuing your passions outside of work.
• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work options.
• Support during life’s most important moments including paid parental leave, including superannuation on parental leave.
• Complimentary access to free physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles.
• Work with a company who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice every year since 2018 - 2024.
• Boost your wellbeing with the MyALDI wellbeing program with discounted access to Fitness Passport and health insurance.

Remuneration

• Transparent tiered salary range of $118,200 - $140,900 including Superannuation.

At ALDI, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and identities. To learn more, please visit www.aldicareers.com.au