Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Manager

Job Description

Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Manager - Mulgrave (Hybrid)\n

GWA Group is a leading innovator, designer, importer and supplier of sustainable water solutions for bathrooms, kitchens and laundries across residential and commercial spaces. With our iconic brands Caroma and Methven, and operations spanning Australia, New Zealand and the UK, we’re shaping a better, more sustainable future, one solution at a time.

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GWA is looking for an Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Manager to lead our transactional financial function. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the accounts receivable and accounts payable cycle across the Group. You will lead a team and work with stakeholders across the business to resolve issues, improve processes and support cash flow.

What you’ll be responsible for\n

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• Accounts Receivable Credit assessment and customer onboarding
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• Invoicing and collections
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• Dispute and claims resolution
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• Cash allocation
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• Accounts Payable Supplier onboarding and master data
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• Invoice processing and approval workflows
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• Payment runs
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• Supplier statement reconciliation
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You will set priorities, monitor team performance, coach and develop team members, and maintain productive relationships with customers and suppliers. You will partner with stakeholders across Finance, Sales, IT, Logistics and other business areas to resolve operational issues and identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and systems.

What you’ll bring\n

You will have substantial experience across accounts receivable, accounts payable or a broader transactional finance function, with demonstrated experience leading and developing a team. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, investigating the cause of issues and working with internal and external stakeholders to reach a resolution.

Additional Experience you will also bring\n

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• Stakeholder management experience
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• Problem-solving and system troubleshooting skills
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• Experience improving and automating processes
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• Confidence working across multiple systems
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• Experience with D365 or DMEDI systems would be beneficial
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Why join GWA?\n

We operate in a Microsoft-led technology environment and continue to invest in technology, automation and AI. You'll have the chance to work on meaningful projects, influence the direction of our CRM platform and help improve how teams across the business work every day. If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical knowledge, business engagement and solution ownership, while remaining hands-on with the platform and technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Company Culture\n

GWA Group has a long history of innovation and dedication which goes all the way back to 1886. We are proud of our Australian and New Zealand heritage, innovative spirit, iconic market-leading brands such as Caroma, Methven, and Clark, and importantly - our inclusive culture. At GWA, we're not just a company, we're a supportive community committed to making everyday water experiences extraordinary. Our dedication to water sustainability, customer-first values, and community engagement creates a ripple effect of positive impact, ensuring that our consumers not only enjoy our products, but also contribute to saving millions of litres of water each year. When you join us, you'll discover a welcoming workplace where safety, collaboration, and inclusivity are the cornerstones of our culture. Every contribution matters, and we provide a supportive environment where you can thrive, learn, and grow, recognising and celebrating performance in diverse and meaningful ways. We celebrate the unique perspectives and talents that everyone brings with them and foster a culture of care where you feel valued and empowered to succeed. Our cultural pillars - We are One Team, We are Customer Focused, and We Care for Each Other - are more than just words; they're our way of life.

Eligibility & Other Requirements\n

You must be a citizen, permanent resident or hold all the relevant employment visas and other approvals for the location and duration of this position to apply for this role. We are not accepting applications from agencies for this position.

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