Accounts Payable Specialist — Banking & Systems Expert

Servbank; City Of Melville; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Servbank in Australia is seeking an Accounts Payable specialist to manage vendor invoices, ensure proper coding, and process payments within internal controls.

The role supports month-end close, audits, and system migrations, requiring 3-5 years in AP, preferably in banking or regulated environments, and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Join a team focused on accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities to improve processes and contribute to financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of accounts payable and/or general accounting experience.
• Experience within a bank, financial institution, or regulated industry preferred.
• Experience supporting system implementations or conversions is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and review for compliance with company policies.
• Ensure invoices are appropriately coded to departments, cost centers, and general ledger accounts.
• Manage invoice workflow and approval routing processes.
• Maintain vendor master records, including new vendor setup, validation, and periodic review.
• Process ACH, wire, and check payments while ensuring adherence to internal controls.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries.
• Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payment of obligations.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations related to accounts payable.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Support annual financial statement audits and regulatory examinations through preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.
• Serve as a super user for AP systems and related accounting applications.
• Support the AP system migration, including: User acceptance testing (UAT); Data validation and reconciliation; Workflow design and optimization; Training documentation and end-user support; Post-implementation troubleshooting.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Banking/financial industry experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

AP systems

Job description

Servbank in Australia is seeking an Accounts Payable specialist to manage vendor invoices, ensure proper coding, and process payments within internal controls.

The role supports month-end close, audits, and system migrations, requiring 3-5 years in AP, preferably in banking or regulated environments, and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Join a team focused on accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities to improve processes and contribute to financial reporting.