Accounts Payable Team Leader
Scoresby, VIC, AU, 3179
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About the Role
The Accounts Payable Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Accounts Payable Manager in the delivery of Accounts Payable services for Monash Health, including processing of all invoices, staff management (4 +/-) and supplier claims and other payments, in an accurate and timely manner, in accordance with Monash Health’s policies and procedures. The Team Leader is responsible for managing the day to day operations of the Accounts Payable Team and being the first point of contact to resolve work related issues for the Accounts Payable Officers.
Key result areas:
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Provide accurate and timely financial services to stakeholders across Monash Health
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Maintain a high standard of service delivery
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Handle a high volume of accounts payable tasks.
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Prioritise and organise work efficiently to meet deadlines.
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Foster strong working relationships across teams.
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Stay up to date with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
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Ensure compliance with internal guidelines and ATO regulations
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Contribute to review and update of financial Services policies and procedures
Responsibilities:
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Assist the Accounts Payable Manager in delivering the full end to end service delivery for internal stakeholders and external suppliers at Monash Health in the area of processing payments including, invoices, reimbursement claims, purchase card statements, travel statements, and all other non-payroll payments.
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Set, allocate and monitor the work allocation of Accounts Payable Officers to ensure payments are processed efficiently within terms of trade and prompt payment guidelines.
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Act as the first level of support for Accounts Payable team members, internal and external stakeholder queries. Assist in knowledge sharing activities with the Accounts Payable team members and participate with other Finance staff.
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Completion and review of Supplier Statements reconciliations, ensuring all key suppliers are reconciled weekly/monthly/as required ensuring all reconciling items are actioned promptly and communicated with suppliers as appropriate
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Overseeing the daily audit of expenses, ensuring completed on time and in full each day
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Management of purchasing cards, and adherence to policies by all card holders. Ensure timely and appropriate approval, regular review of card holders
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Drive compliance with all Financial Services policies and procedure guidelines relating to Accounts Payable, ensuring work is conducted accordingly. Make recommendations to the Financial Controller for the development and updating of relevant policies, procedures and guidelines to reflect changes and improvements. [Participate in team planning sessions?]
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Assist in updating and maintaining electronic records to ensure timely, accurate and up-to-date information is available.
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In conjunction with the Accounts Payable Manager, managing workload and leave, ensuring that the appropriate level of staffing is available to support business needs at requirements at all times, especially during peak workload periods
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Manage the performance of staff including the conduct of performance development plans where necessary
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Drive continuous improvement within the Accounts Payable function. Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to improve Accounts Payable processes and provide efficient services to customers.
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Any other activities as directed by the Accounts Payable Manager and Financial Controller.
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Act as a backup for the Accounts Payable Manager when required
About You
Qualifications/ registrations/ licences (italics indicate desirable):
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Thorough knowledge of working with Oracle Financials, or similar ERP system
Technical skills/ knowledge/ experience:
- Extensive experience in accounts payable with a strong service focus.
- Substantial experience in a general accounting environment and understanding of accounting processes.
- Effective problem-solving skills in the accounts administration environment, including an ability to provide accurate information and recommendations.
- Demonstrated experience relating to maintenance of records and general administration.
- Demonstrated ability to set own priorities, organise time to meet deadlines and capacity to achieve and maintain a high degree of accuracy
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity futher, please reach out to Faith de Jager - Accounts Payable Manager on (03) 9265 1980.
Position Description can be found here
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close February 18th, 2026.