Team Leader - Accounts Payable

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Summerset is seeking a Team Leader: Accounts Payable in Wellington to lead a high performing AP team, oversee invoice processing and payment runs, manage supplier statement reconciliations and strengthen controls while driving continuous improvement and staff development. The role requires strong leadership, organisational skills, problem solving, and collaboration with the wider Finance team to ensure accurate month end. You’ll need 5+ years in Accounts Payable, coaching experience, excellent customer service and relationship skills, and a proven ability to meet deadlines with precision. To apply, tailor your resume to show leadership, process improvements, and measurable results, and include examples of training others. Applications close 27 February, early submissions advised.

Company Description

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.  

About the role 

As our Team Leader – Accounts Payable, you’ll lead a high-performing AP team and ensure the timely, accurate management of our supplier accounts. You’ll play a key role in strengthening our AP processes, building capability across the team, and driving continuous improvement. 

This role requires strong leadership, organisation, and problem-solving skills, supported by a Finance team that works collaboratively.  

Your day-to-day will include:  

• Oversee invoice processing and payment runs to ensure deadlines, controls, and approval processes are met 
• Oversee the management of statement reconciliations for all supplier accounts 
• Ensuring strong AP controls, policies, and processes are in place and continuously improved 
• Allocating unassigned payments promptly and accurately 
• Training and developing your direct reports, as well as supporting cross-training within the team 
• Leading Office Manager training on AP processes 
• Working closely with the Financial Accounting team to ensure accurate and timely month-end processes 
• Preparing payment journals when required 
• Sharing AP knowledge across the wider Finance team to build capability 
• Supporting the team with day-to-day AP tasks and ad hoc finance requirements 

About You 

You’ll bring strong experience in Accounts Payable and a passion for developing people and improving processes. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment and be motivated by accuracy, efficiency, and great service. 

You’ll Also Bring: 

• Minimum 5 years’ Accounts Payable experience 
• Proven experience managing or coaching direct reports 
• Excellent customer service, communication, and relationship management skills 
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail 
• The ability to work to deadlines with urgency and accuracy 
• Analytical and problem-solving strengths 
• A strong focus on controls, continuous improvement, and sharing knowledge 
• A collaborative mindset and openness to new ideas 

Why Summerset 

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick every box, and that’s okay; we look at the whole individual and value what you bring. 

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team. 

Summerset is known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values centred around care, teamwork, and drive for excellence. Some of our sector-leading benefits include: 

• Flexible working options, including two work-from-home days 
• Free Southern Cross health insurance (covering up to 75% of GP, dental, physio and more) 
• Professional development and tailored career progression opportunities 
• Birthday leave 

Next Steps 

Applications for this role will close on 27th of February. Please note this role may close early due to the volume of applications—so apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!