Senior Accounts Payable - fixed term contract until late Feb 2026

The Warehouse Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Auckland is seeking an Accounts Payable professional on a fixed term until February 2026. You will manage supplier invoices, resolve queries, and ensure timely payments. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, excellent relationship management skills, and a detail-oriented approach. Enjoy a flexible working environment with a focus on growth and team support.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working environment

Free car parking

On-site café

Gym access

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience in Accounts Payable.
• High level of attention to detail and organized approach.
• Thrive in complex environments and adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Process and match supplier invoices and credit notes.
• Manage suppliers on varying payment terms.
• Investigate and resolve payment issues proactively.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations.

Skills

Relationship management

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

Oracle Cloud

Job description

Company Description

We are seeking an Accounts Payable professional to join our team on a fixed-term basis, starting ASAP until February 2026!

TWG proudly supports some of Aotearoa’s most iconic brands, including The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming. Our purpose, ‘Helping Kiwis live better every day,’ is at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we show up every day. We remain focused on delivering for our customers and markets.

Job Description

Reporting into our Group Supplier Payments Manager, you’ll be key in managing supplier invoices and payments, reconciliations, resolving queries – we’re looking for real masters in accuracy & professionals who thrives in a fast-paced, high volume environment, have a knack for building relationships and enjoy working closely with suppliers to ensure seamless, accurate payments.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• You’ll be responsible for accurately processing and matching supplier invoices and credit notes, ensuring payments are made on time according to agreed terms.
• You will manage suppliers on varying payment terms, ensuring invoices are processed promptly whether they are end-of-month or fortnightly.
• You will hold meetings with Suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve issues that arise and promote a healthy working relationship
• You will proactively investigate and resolve payment issues, working closely with suppliers to clear any discrepancies or backlogs.
• You will perform supplier statement reconciliations.
• You will contribute to improving payment systems and procedures, identifying areas where efficiency can be increased or issues can be avoided in the future.
• You will leverage your Oracle Cloud experience to navigate the system efficiently and contribute to process improvements within the Accounts Payable function.

This is a fixed-term role, starting ASAP and concluding end February 2026.

Qualifications

About You

• 5+ years proven experience in Accounts Payable.
• Excellent relationship management skills, ensuring smooth communication and resolution of any potential issues that may arise.
• High level of attention to detail and a structured, organized approach to handling a busy workload.
• Thrive in complex environments and adaptable to changes in processes or systems
• Critical thinking & problem-solving abilities, particularly when it comes to dealing with supplier issues or system challenges.
• Experience with foreign currency suppliers (desirable), but your ability to manage supplier relationships and processes is key.
• A natural collaborator, able to work effectively in a team and offer support to others when needed.

Additional Information

Come work with us!

You’ll be part of a dynamic and supportive team, within a company that truly values its employees and recognizes their contributions. In addition:

• Enjoy a flexible hybrid working environment, with the ability to work from home two days a week.
• Convenient North Shore location with the all important free car parking, on-site café, gym and more!
• Be part of a company that encourages growth, learning, and continuous improvement.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding challenge, apply your expertise in supplier payments, and help make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!