Accounts Payable Officer

Accounting and Finance
Wellington | Temporary Opportunity

We're currently partnering with a large, purpose-driven organisation to recruit an Accounts Payable Administrator to join their collaborative finance team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with early career experience in accounts payable who is looking to further develop their skills in a high-volume, well-structured environment with modern systems.


Your new role

In this role, you'll be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, ensuring smooth end-to-end accounts payable operations.

Working within a supportive and experienced team, you'll play a key role in maintaining strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process supplier invoices through OCR scanning and e-invoicing systems.

  • Manually upload invoices that fail automated processing, ensuring accuracy

  • Manage a shared Accounts Payable inbox

  • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and processing issues

  • Reconcile supplier statements to ensure completeness and accuracy

  • Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure timely payments

  • Provide guidance to staff on AP processes and procedures

  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and team projects

  • Support wider finance team activities as required


About you

  • 1–2 years' experience in an Accounts Payable or procure-to-pay environment
  • Experience working with a large ERP system (SAP experience highly advantageous)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to process high volumes accurately
  • Well-organised with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Confident communicator who can build relationships across the business
  • Solid Microsoft Excel and Word skills


What's on Offer
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity to grow your career within a large, complex organisation
  • Exposure to modern finance systems and processes
  • Meaningful work contributing to a purpose-led organisation
  • Flexible working options

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
Wellington
Specialism
Accounting Support
Ref:
3000567

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Nicole Skilton, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Wellington
Level 9, 318 Lambton Quay

Telephone: 048863810

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