Senior Accounts Payable & International Payments Officer

Job title : Senior Accounts Payable & International Payments Officer
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000 + super
Contact name : Emma Kennedy
Contact email : ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : EKW6304
  • Upskill and advance your career in finance | Join a leading national business
  • Key role in finance, AP & international trade | $80,000 - $90,000 + super
  • Variety within your day to day duties | Exceptional hybrid working arrangements
 
Organisational Profile
Our client is a well-established business with almost 100 years of expertise in their field, Australia wide. They have continued to experience significant growth, national expansions and positive success. Fortunately they have built a strong working culture which provides their employees with flexibility as well as a friendly and supportive team environment. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated accounts professional to join their team based in Melbourne's Western suburbs.

Position Description
Reporting to the Finance Manager and working within a small team, you will be responsible for:
  • Executing international payments with accuracy, considering the complexities of various currencies
  • Oversee financial transactions related to international trade
  • Bank and account reconciliations
  • Handling foreign exchange contracts and working with letters of credit
  • Processing international invoices 
  • Handling queries and discrepancies
  • Ensuring compliance with international regulations
  • Collaboratively participate in strategic planning and continued process improvement
  • Reporting duties and ad hoc tasks as required

Ideal Candidate
To be considered successful in the role, you will possess the following attributes:
  • Prior experience with foreign currency and international trade
  • Understanding of shipping related finances
  • Proven experience in an accounts payable environment
  • A keen eye for detail
  • High level time management skills & the ability to meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Personable nature and ability to build relationships with key stakeholders

Additional Benefits
  • Office located close to home in Melbourne's West (Laverton North)
  • Excellent flexible / hybrid working arrangements
  • Commence ASAP in your new role!
  • Initial 6 month role with longer term career potential
  • Attractive remuneration dependent on experience (circa $80,000 - $90,000 + super)
  • Supportive close knit team environment

How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Kennedy at ekennedy@sharpandcarter.com.au