Finance Officer - Group AP

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Role Purpose

The Group Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for the end‑to‑end accounts payable function across LKG entities, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately, approved on time, and paid in accordance with agreed terms.

This role is transactional and operational in nature, with a strong focus on AP controls, vendor management, and process discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Operations

• Process high‑volume supplier invoices across multiple LKG entities with accuracy and timeliness
• Match invoices to approved purchase orders and delivery documentation where applicable
• Ensure correct GL coding, entity allocation, and GST treatment in line with group standards
• Manage invoice approval workflows and follow up with budget owners to prevent delays
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs in accordance with payment terms
  
  

• Act as the primary point of contact for supplier invoice and payment queries
• Maintain supplier master data, including bank details, ABNs, and payment terms
• Build strong working relationships with venue managers, operations teams, and suppliers
• Resolve discrepancies professionally and escalate issues where required
  
  

• Ensure AP processes comply with internal controls and approval limits
• Identify duplicate invoices, pricing errors, or non‑compliant submissions
• Support audit requests and provide AP documentation when required
• Maintain accurate and well‑organised AP records and supporting documentation
  
  

• Contribute to continuous improvement of AP processes and workflows
• Assist with system enhancements, automation initiatives, and AP clean‑ups
• Support onboarding of new venues, suppliers, or entities from an AP perspective
• Provide backup support to other finance team members during peak periods or leave
  
  

• 4–5 years’ experience in an Accounts Payable role
• Strong understanding of end‑to‑end AP processes
• Experience handling high invoice volumes
• High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
• Confident communicator with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• Follow Melbourne time hours
  
  

• Experience in a group or multi‑entity environment
• Exposure to AP automation tools and approval workflows
• Experience working within a shared services or group finance function
• Solid GST knowledge as it relates to AP
• Experience with Lightyear, Xero, MYOB (preferred).