About this Accounts Payable Team Leader role at Heidelberg Materials
Accounts Payable Team Leader
Parramatta, NSW
About Heidelberg Materials Australia
Heidelberg Materials Australia is a leading supplier of heavy building materials, with a network of operations across Australia producing and delivering concrete, aggregates, cement, asphalt and recycling solutions. Backed by a proud global heritage and strong local presence, we are committed to building a sustainable future through innovation, safety and investment in our people.
With a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence, we are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Team Leader to join our Shared Services team in Parramatta.
The Role
Reporting to the Shared Services Manager, you will lead a team responsible for delivering accurate and efficient accounts payable services across Heidelberg Materials Australia. This role combines people leadership with hands-on operational oversight, ensuring supplier invoices, payments and reconciliations are processed efficiently while maintaining strong internal controls and exceptional stakeholder service.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys leading teams, driving process improvement and contributing to a high-performing Shared Services environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of Accounts Payable professionals.
- Manage the accounts payable function across multiple business units.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments.
- Monitor team performance and workflow to achieve service level expectations.
- Investigate and resolve escalated supplier and stakeholder queries.
- Oversee supplier account reconciliations and month-end activities.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls and audit requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy and service delivery.
- Support ERP system enhancements, automation projects and process optimisation activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
About You
You are a confident and collaborative leader with a strong background in accounts payable operations and a passion for delivering quality outcomes.
Experience
- Previous experience leading an Accounts Payable team within a medium to large organisation.
- Demonstrated experience managing high-volume invoice processing environments.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance requirements and AP best practices.
- Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or similar enterprise platforms.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Certificate IV, Diploma or tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
- Additional leadership or management training will be highly regarded.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong leadership and coaching capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and drive positive change.
- Advanced organisational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and broader Microsoft Office applications.
What We Offer
At Heidelberg Materials Australia, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can develop, grow and succeed.
Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary package.
- Annual incentive opportunities.
- Ongoing learning and professional development programs.
- Career progression opportunities across a national organisation.
- Access to our Material Benefits employee rewards program.
- Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts for employees and their families.
- Novated leasing options.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program access.
- Paid parental leave and family-friendly support programs.
- A supportive, collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
- The opportunity to contribute to an organisation focused on sustainability, innovation and operational excellence.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Heidelberg Materials Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to achieve their potential.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals and people living with disability.
Applicants must possess valid Australian working rights to be considered for this opportunity.
