Pacific Life Re
Accounts Payable Analyst
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Accounts Payable Analyst
Job Description
The Accounts Payable Analyst supports the Accounts Payable team in delivering accurate and timely processing of invoices, expenses, and payments across the Procure-to-Pay lifecycle. This role is designed to provide practical work experience while developing knowledge of finance systems, controls, supplier processes, and stakeholder service in a structured learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice and Expense Processing
- Support the processing of supplier invoices and employee expenses accurately and on time.
- Check invoices for completeness, correct coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with matching purchase orders, receipts, and invoices where applicable.
- Escalate discrepancies or missing information to the appropriate team member.
Supplier and Query Support
- Respond to routine supplier and internal queries in a professional and timely manner.
- Help maintain accurate supplier records and support supplier onboarding activities.
- Assist with validating changes to supplier information in line with team procedures.
Payments and Reconciliations Support
- Provide support with payment preparation activities and routine checks.
- Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items.
- Support month-end activities by preparing information and completing assigned tasks.
Compliance and Controls
- Follow Accounts Payable procedures, internal controls, and approval requirements.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation is audit ready.
- Learn and apply key tax, compliance, and policy checks relevant to invoice processing.
Systems, Learning and Team Support
- Use finance systems and Microsoft Office tools to complete daily tasks.
- Participate in training and development activities to build knowledge of AP processes and controls.
- Support continuous improvement activities and contribute ideas to improve team efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance, Procurement, and the wider business.
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Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- A strong interest in finance, accounting, or business administration.
- Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage routine tasks effectively.
- Basic numerical skills and confidence working with data.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work well as part of a team and build positive working relationships.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- A willingness to study towards, or currently be studying, a relevant finance or business qualification is desirable.
- Previous office or customer service experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of invoice and expense processing tasks assigned.
- Completion of training objectives and progress in developing AP knowledge.
- Timely resolution or escalation of routine supplier and internal queries.
- Quality and completeness of supporting documentation and record keeping.
- Adherence to team procedures, controls, and service standards.
- Positive contribution to team objectives and collaborative working.
Core Competencies
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Willingness to learn and develop
- Organisation and time management
- Communication and customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Responsibility and reliability
- Awareness of controls and confidentiality
Working For Pacific Life Re
Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.
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Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities.
Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees)
Leave
- 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days
- Adoption and fertility leave
- Generous enhanced parental leave
Healthcare
- Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents
- Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary
- Optical benefits
Savings & Retirement
- 15% combined employee/employer contributions
Wellness
- Subsidized gym membership
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Time off for volunteering
- Charitable matching of employee donations
You Can Be Who You Are
We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.
Pacific Life Re Values
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