Accounts Payable Manager
Accounts Payable Manager
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Job Description
YOUR MISSION
Accounts Payable Manager
Were on the hunt for a hands-on and driven Accounts Payable Manager to take full ownership of the AP function across PUMA Australia and New Zealand including our Cobra Puma Golf business. With the support of a Credit & AP Manager and a lean team both onshore and offshore youll lead mentor and elevate the function while delivering process excellence and ensuring PUMA stays on top of its game.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-volume fast-paced environment loves to streamline automate and improve and isnt afraid to roll up their sleeves when it counts.
What youll do:
This role is equal parts leadership systems thinking and operational execution. Youll be the backbone of our accounts payable function driving accuracy compliance and efficiency at every step. From guiding your team to leading process innovation your impact will be felt across the business.
Lead and mentor a high-performing AP team (onshore and offshore) owning performance and development.
Drive the end-to-end AP process across ANZ from invoice approvals and reconciliations to payment runs.
Manage local and intercompany invoices high-volume stock entries and overseas suppliers nothing slips past you.
Oversee employee and credit card expenses via Zoho ensuring everything runs like clockwork.
Own the accuracy and integrity of vendor data and AP records with audit readiness always front of mind.
Champion process improvements and support automation and system upgrades.
Be the go-to for vendor queries internal escalations and building strong cross-functional relationships.
Support audits and ensure compliance with internal policies and reporting requirements.
YOUR TALENT
What were looking for:
Youre a natural leader who gets the bigger picture but never misses the detail. You know how to drive outcomes manage risk and bring structure to complexity all while keeping a people-first mindset. If you take pride in clean processes clear communication and sharp execution we want to hear from you.
5 years of experience in a high-volume AP environment ideally within retail or FMCG.
Experience leading teams with a knack for developing talent and driving accountability.
Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.
A proactive operator who sees problems before they happen and solves them before they escalate.
Outstanding organisational and time management skills with the ability to pivot when priorities shift.
A collaborative communicator who can build trust and influence across all levels of the business.
Bonus points for experience with intercompany invoicing and expense management systems (e.g. Zoho).
Why PUMA
Because we do things differently. Youll be part of a globally iconic brand that backs its people to innovate move fast and make bold moves. And with our big leap to Cremorne on the horizon youll be front and centre of a team thats ready to shape the future of sport and style in Australia.
Join PUMA Australia Where Innovation Meets Passion
Big things are happening at PUMA Australia! As we continue to push the boundaries of sport and style were gearing up for an exciting move to our brand-new state-of-the-art office in Cremorne in early 2026. This cutting-edge space will fuel collaboration and creativity in the sporting and style hub of Melbourne.
Now is the perfect time to join our dynamic team as we step into this thrilling new chapter.
Ready to own it
Apply now and help lead PUMAs finance function into the next era.
SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy BE TOGETHER in our team spirit and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
