Accounts Payable Assistant | 6 Months Fixed Term


Accounts Payable Assistant | 6 Months Fixed Term

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

Melbourne - VIC

Industry:

Accounting

Salary:

80000 - 90000

Reference #:

4059923

Contact Name:

Emma Shepherd

Contact Email:

emmas@smaart.com.au

Contact Phone:

0432244813

Date Published:

28-Jul-2026

Job description

SMAART Recruitment has partnered with a Melbourne-based hospitality group to recruit an Accounts Payable Assistant for their South Wharf head office. This is a 6-month fixed-term opportunity offering full-time hours within a fast-paced and dynamic hospitality environment. You'll play a key role in supporting the finance team and day-to-day venue operations across some of Melbourne's leading event spaces and restaurants.

About the role
Reporting to the Accounting & Payroll Manager, you will play an important role in the smooth running of the finance function and broader office support team. The position involves high-volume invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, payment runs, and general administrative support across venue operations.

You will work closely with internal teams including venue managers, front and back of house staff, HR, marketing and management, as well as external suppliers and service providers. The role requires excellent time management, attention to detail, strong communication skills and the ability to stay organised in a fast-paced service environment.

Key responsibilities
  • Process weekly supplier invoices in MYOB AccountRight, with the system transitioning to MYOB Acumatica.
  • Collect, collate and distribute invoices for approval, then follow up to ensure timely sign-off.
  • Process weekly supplier payments and issue remittances.
  • Reconcile supplier statements and investigate missing invoices or credits.
  • Ensure correct cost centre allocation and GST coding when processing invoices.
  • Complete credit applications and maintain records for venue maintenance and scheduling.
  • Assist with additional ad hoc office support tasks as required.
What’s on offer
  • 6 months fixed term contract, 38 hours per week
  • Flexible hours between 7.30am-6pm
  • Attractive annual salary of $80,000-90,000 + super
  • South Wharf location with great access to public transport - This role is fully office based.
  • Opportunity to join a growing hospitality business with strong venue exposure.
  • Work in a team-focused environment
  • Supporting a large system change within the business
About you
  • 3 to 5 years’ experience in accounts payable or a similar finance support role.
  • Experience processing high volumes of invoices and managing supplier accounts.
  • Strong attention to detail and confidence working with cost centres and GST coding.
  • Experience with MYOB AccountRight is essential, with MYOB Acumatica exposure an advantage.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and SharePoint.
  • Professional, approachable and comfortable liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
If you’re an experienced Accounts Payable professional we’d love to hear from you. If you have any questions, please contact Emma at SMAART Recruitment on 0432244813 or emmas@smaart.com.au.
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