Accounts Payable Manager
Who we are
Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity. AGIG recently grew to over 1300 employees. We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG’s gas distribution networks.
Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero goal and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that to deliver our net zero goal in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions – including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.
About the Opportunity
In this role, you will provide leadership across the full end-to-end Accounts Payable process. You will ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time, support effective internal controls, and help shape the future of our procure-to-pay processes.
You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the business, support transformation initiatives, and build an inclusive, high-performing Accounts Payable (AP) team.
This role is flexible in location and can be based in either Adelaide or Perth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and empower the Accounts Payable team, ensuring workloads are balanced and completed on time.
- Set annual goals and provide training to help team members grow and succeed.
- Offer ongoing coaching and constructive feedback within AGIG’s performance framework.
- Support succession planning by developing personalised growth and development plans.
- Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong internal controls.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes that make processes more effective and user-friendly.
- Ensure AP policies, controls, and procedures are current, followed, and compliant with audit requirements.
- Provide timely and accurate AP and billing information to internal and external customers.
- Communicate procure-to-pay processes across the business and provide training where needed.
- Build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to support excellent service delivery.
- Contribute to key transformation projects and provide insights based on AP expertise.
- Work closely with internal and external auditors by providing information, documentation, and process support.
- Promote a culture of high-quality service across all AP activities, including supplier management, invoice processing, and timely payments.
- Support employees across the organisation by providing training on purchase-to-pay policies and systems.
- Encourage and champion new ideas that improve the AP experience.
About You
- At least 3 years’ experience in a management or team-leader role.
- At least 3 years’ experience in an end-to-end Accounts Payable role.
- Experience with ERP Accounts Payable systems.
- Experience implementing process improvements in a medium or large organisation.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and meet daily deadlines.
- Commitment to high levels of productivity and service.
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and standards.
- Strong knowledge of banking procedures and procure-to-pay processes.
- Accounting qualification (desirable).
What we Offer
- We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2023-2024. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.
- AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
- Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.
- Bonus incentive program.
- A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and to option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year.
- 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer.
- Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth.
- Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual health checks.
- Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club.
- Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company.
- Salary Continuance Insurance.
AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG’s values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.
Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.
Applications Close: 4.00pm, 19th December 2025