Accounts Payable Supervisor

McIlwain; Queensland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Weekly gym reimbursement

Bonus annual leave days

End of Year Bonus Scheme

Cultural Leave Exchange

Free NAWIC membership

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

A leading company in Australia is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead their team and oversee the full Accounts Payable process. The role demands strong leadership, attention to detail, and exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include managing invoice processing, vendor payments, and maintaining compliance with internal controls. The company fosters a diverse culture and offers various benefits including paid parental leave and wellness reimbursement. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing Accounts Payable functions.
• Proven track record of coaching and developing teams.
• Strong understanding of compliance and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Accounts Payable team and ensure timely processing of invoices.
• Maintain accurate vendor master data and ensure compliance.
• Prepare regular reports and KPI updates for management.

Skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Accounts Payable systems

Excel

Job description

McIlwain is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead our Accounts Payable team at our Hemmant Head Office. This role oversees the end‑to‑end Accounts Payable function and plays a key part in ensuring accurate, timely processing and strong relationships with our internal stakeholders, vendors, subcontractors and agents.

Based at our Head Office in Hemmant, you’ll be located just a short drive to the M1 and have access to free onsite or street parking.

About the Role

As the Accounts Payable Manager, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the AP function, ensuring invoices, expenses and payments are processed efficiently and in line with deadlines. You will coach, develop and support the AP team while maintaining structured processes, strong internal controls and exceptional service standards.

You will also act as the subject matter expert for AP systems and processes, driving improvements and ensuring accuracy and compliance across all activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support the Accounts Payable team to ensure all daily tasks are completed accurately and on time
• Oversee invoice processing and vendor payments, ensuring they are delivered in full, on time and to a high standard
• Maintain accurate vendor master data and ensure monthly statement reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with purchasing, procurement and accounting policies
• Provide exceptional support to both internal teams and external vendors
• Prepare regular AP reports and monthly KPI updates
• Contribute to AP‑related projects, process improvements and wider Finance initiatives
• Career development and training opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave for primary and secondary carers
• Weekly gym or wellness reimbursement scheme
• Bonus annual leave days to encourage a work/life balance
• Salary Reviews undertaken twice yearly and an End of Year Bonus Scheme
• Cultural Leave Exchange
• Free NAWIC membership
• Employee referral bonus

McIlwain is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture of opportunity. We encourage applications from candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities.

Next steps

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• Only suitable applicants will be contacted to proceed
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

To learn more about us, visit www.mcilwain.com

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