Accounts Payable (TEMP)

Western General Bodyworks; City of Maribyrnong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western General Bodyworks in Maribyrnong seeks an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to support the day-to-day AP function across the group. You will process invoices, match against POs, reconcile accounts and manage payments with accuracy and efficiency.

Join a busy finance team at our head office, with a focus on supplier relationships, month-end tasks, and high-volume processing in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Payable role with high invoice volumes.
• Proficiency in Xero or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Professional communication with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supplier statements.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and process supplier payments.
• Maintain supplier relationships and respond to enquiries.
• Assist with month-end processes and reporting.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Western General Bodyworks – Maribyrnong VIC

Western General Bodyworks Group is one of Australia's largest independent collision repair groups. We are a rapidly expanding business with multiple repair centres across Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and maintaining a professional, supportive and team-oriented working environment.

About the Company

Western General Bodyworks Group is one of Australia's largest independent collision repair groups. We are a rapidly expanding business with multiple repair centres across Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and maintaining a professional, supportive and team-oriented working environment.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Accounts Payable Officer to join our finance team on a temporary, full-time basis at our Maribyrnong head office.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounts payable function, ensuring invoices and supplier payments are processed accurately and efficiently across our group of companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and enter supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match invoices against purchase orders and supplier statements.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and process supplier payments.
• Manage accounts payable enquiries and maintain positive supplier relationships.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on missing documentation.
• Assist with credit card reconciliations and expense processing.
• Maintain accurate financial records using Xero and other accounting systems.
• Assist the finance team with month-end processes and reporting.
• Provide general administrative and accounting support as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or similar accounting role.
• Experience using Xero accounting software (highly desirable).
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage a high volume of invoices and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach to supplier enquiries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to assist wherever required.

Experience working within a multi-company environment or the automotive industry would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration based on experience.
• Full-time temporary employment.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Modern office facilities.
• On-site parking.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established and growing Australian business.

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