Accounts Payable (AP) / Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist

WHEAT & BEYOND PTE LTD; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WHEAT & BEYOND PTE LTD in Queenstown, New Zealand, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist with hands-on SAP S/4 HANA experience to manage daily accounting transactions and support financial reporting. The role requires 2–5 years in AP/AR or general accounting, strong analytical skills, and excellent attention to detail.

You will process invoices, monitor receivables, and contribute to month-end close and reporting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2\u20135 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or General Accounting.
• Hands-on experience using SAP S4/HANA.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices in SAP S4/HANA and manage AP activities.
• Generate and issue customer invoices and monitor AR.
• Prepare aging reports and assist in cash flow management and reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Improve processes via SAP reporting and testing.

Skills

SAP S4/HANA

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP S4/HANA

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactiveAccounts Payable (AP) / Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialistwith hands-on experience inSAP S4/HANAto manage daily accounting transactions, ensure timely processing of invoices and payments, and support financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a solid understanding of financial processes and SAP systems.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely in SAP S4/HANA.
• Verify invoice details against purchase orders and supporting documents.
• Prepare and process payment runs.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor master data and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Generate and issue customer invoices.
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on overdue payments.
• Apply incoming receipts and reconcile customer accounts.
• Investigate and resolve billing disputes and payment discrepancies.
• Prepare aging reports and collection status updates.
• Assist in credit control and cash flow management.

SAP S4/HANA & Reporting

• Utilize SAP HANA for AP/AR transaction processing and reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records within SAP.
• Generate periodic AP, AR, aging, and cash flow reports.
• Support system improvements, testing, and process optimization initiatives.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or General Accounting.
• Hands-on experience usingSAP S/4 HANA

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in SAP S4/HANA AP/AR modules.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.