Accounts Payable Officer

Job No: WHS832
Location: Woolloomooloo

Are you a financial wizard with a passion for precision and a knack for numbers? If so, we want you on our team as an AP Officer!

  • Work with an historic British retailer and growing international brand
  • Exciting Sydney location
  • Casual position - office based

About WHSmith Australia

WHSmith is a historic British retailer focusing on news, books and convenience, and we are proud to bring our expertise to our Australian operations. Our stores are located in some of the busiest and most exciting airports in the country, providing a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that is perfect for driven individuals who thrive on a challenge. Our company values are Value our People, Drive for Results, Customer Focus & Accountability. As such, we are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional customer service and who are committed to helping our business grow and succeed.

About the Position

Reporting to the AP/AR Manager, your responsibilities will be (but not limited to):

  • Timely and accurate entry of approved supplier invoices into the system
  • Obtaining authorisation and coding of invoices
  • Processing daily manual payments and weekly automated payment runs
  • Allocating payments on system
  • Monthly supplier reconciliations for key accounts
  • Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
  • Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
  • Dealing with and responding to supplier queries, and maintaining supplier files. 
  • Liaise with both internal and external departments in the business

Candidate Profile

To excel in this role, you will have:

  • Prior experience in accounts (desirable)
  • An ability to process a high volume of invoices
  • Engaging and effective communication style
  • Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
  • Intermediate Excel skills
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Availability on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays.

If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

WHSmith is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment. We recognise the importance of equity in all that we do, as well as promoting a culture of inclusion through our policies, procedures and working practices. If you have any support requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application, so we can assist you appropriately during the recruitment process. 

* Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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