Accounts Payable Lead

About Us:

My Muscle Chef (MYMC) is Australia’s premium fresh ready-made meal and functional food and beverage company. Based in Sydney, NSW, we are growing quickly to extend our position as the online direct to consumer and retail industry leader in a category that is experiencing explosive growth.

We are for everybody, every goal: our team is driven to find a better way to fuel active Australians, from elite athletes to everyday people with award winning, readily available, high protein fresh meals, snacks and drinks for all occasions. We fuel our customers’ busy and increasingly time poor lifestyles and meet their nutritional needs, whatever their goals.

Founded in 2013, we have enormous ambition and are growing rapidly. We are seeking high energy individuals to join our entrepreneurial team and culture to help us unlock our next phase of hyper growth.

MYMC Values:

We pride ourselves on a set of values that tangibly guide our behaviours and decisions, so we can grow the business and enjoy a world-class working experience.

• Find a Better Way.
• Walk in our Customers' Shoes. Everyday.
• Challenge Ideas and Champion Solutions.
• Integrity is Stronger than Muscle.
• Enjoy the Journey!

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to oversee our accounts payable function on a permanent basis.

This role will involve managing an offshore AP Officer, driving automation initiatives, and improving processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the department.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable and experience with Dynamics D365.

Key Responsibilities but not limited too:

• Lead and manage the accounts payable function, including an offshore AP Officer, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Drive automation initiatives to streamline accounts payable processes, reducing manual effort and increasing efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance the accounts payable function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth invoice processing.
• Prepare and maintain reports on accounts payable metrics, analysing trends and performance for management review.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements related to accounts payable.
• Support month-end close by preparing accounts payable accruals, reconciling the AP subledger to the general ledger, and reviewing aged creditor balances.
• Prepare and process payment runs, maintaining visibility of upcoming payables to support cash flow planning.
• Contribute to recruitment, performance reviews and ongoing coaching of the offshore AP Officer and any future team members.

Skills & Experience:

• Fast learner, very organised, diligent individual who is capable of working with a team or independently under tight deadlines
• Proficient in applications including Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and desirably has experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Ability to work in a face paced environment, dealing with a high volume of queries/tasks on a daily basis
• Minimum of 3-year’s experience in an accounts payable role within the FMCG industry. This will include experience with 3 way matching concept, goods receipting and invoice processing.
• At least 1-2 years’ experience leading or supervising a team, including performance management and coaching
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookup formulas, for reporting and analysis
• A continuous improvement mindset, with a track record of identifying and implementing process and system improvements

What we offer you:

• Flexibility: We offer a hybrid work environment to suit your lifestyle - we also offer you the ability to work across our Yennora Head Office & our Sydney CBD Office.
• Stay Fuelled: Daily access to on our meals & snacks on site!
• Career Development: Gain exposure to cross-functional teams with opportunities to grow within the company.
• Recognition Culture: We celebrate your wins and provide regular feedback to support your personal and professional growth.
• Team Environment: Join a supportive, tight-knit team that values collaboration and innovation.
• On-site Gym: Train like a pro in our fully equipped on-site gym.
• Lead: The opportunity to lead your team & showcase your leadership skills & ideas.

Next Steps:

All shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a phone screen & if successful may be involved in a 2 stage interview process.