Accounts Payable Coordinator - Contract

We’ve been proudly serving Australian communities since 1914 and have grown to become a top 30-listed company on the ASX with a portfolio of iconic homegrown brands. At the heart of our continued success is over 115,000 team members working across the country, all contributing to bringing our customers smiles. You’ll not only get to see your work make a difference, you’ll be part of a team working together to help Australians eat and live better every day.

About the team

Our Finance team are a vital partner in every aspect of our business, providing commercial insights to drive our success and influence everything we do. With presence in every department, we analyse performance, and deliver actionable insights that shape our strategic decisions.

About the role

As the Accounts Payable Coordinator, you’ll support supplier accounts helping resolve queries including claim deductions and payment discrepancies. You’ll use analysis and problem-solving skills to investigate issues, support accurate payments and improve the way we work. This is an eight-month fixed-term contract through to the end of March 2027, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative finance team. You will also:

• Manage and resolve supplier queries, including claim deduction matters
• Complete account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Review reports, identify root causes and recommend practical solutions
• Work with internal teams, suppliers and service providers to resolve payment issues
• Support accurate and timely accounts payable processes across a high-volume retail environment
• Contribute to process improvements, governance and clear procedure documentation
  
  

About you and your skills

You’re an experienced accounts payable professional who can manage competing priorities, think critically and adapt when requirements change. You communicate clearly, work well with a range of stakeholders and take pride in resolving issues accurately and on time. You will have:

• Proven experience in accounts payable role within a retail/FMCG or a complex environment
• Strong reconciliation, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience using SAP or a similar enterprise resource planning system
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Confidence engaging with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve complex queries

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
• Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

About the recruitment process

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 191208

Employment Type: Fixed Term