Assistance Accountant – Accounts Payable

About Us

The Morco business has expanded to become Australia's leading supplier of fresh produce to the foodservice sector. With operations spanning Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville, Perth, Adelaide, and Darwin, Morco stands as the only national provider to the foodservice sector in Australia. Our success is built on three essential pillars: our people, our customers, and our growers. Each complements the other seamlessly. We are a national business with a local heart, dedicated to bringing you the very best in fresh produce.

https://www.morcofresh.com.au/our-story/

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Assistant Accountant – Accounts Payable (AP) to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, reconciliations, and payments.

You will play a key role in maintaining strong supplier relationships, resolving discrepancies, and supporting both finance and operational teams to ensure smooth business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Reconciliations

• Process and reconcile purchase orders against supplier invoices, investigating and resolving variances

• Review, code, and process invoices accurately to the correct General Ledger (GL) accounts

• Reconcile freight invoices and Credit Services Management fees

• Prepare weekly supplier payment run reconciliations

• Complete supplier statement reconciliations

• Support month-end (EOM) close processes and reconciliation activities

• Manage quarterly levies reconciliations

Supplier Management & Communication

• Liaise with suppliers to resolve discrepancies including short/over deliveries, non-receipts, and damaged stock

• Maintain accurate supplier records and complete onboarding of new suppliers

• Follow up on missing supplier documentation

• Build and maintain strong, professional supplier relationships

• Respond promptly to supplier queries

Purchase Orders & Inventory Support

• Review and process purchase order cost adjustments and pricing updates

• Work closely with operations and category teams to ensure POs are appropriately approved and authorised

• Monitor aged purchase orders and escalate for timely resolution

About You

Experience & Skills

• 2–3 years’ experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role

• Proven experience in high-volume invoice processing and reconciliations

• Strong understanding of purchase order (PO) processes and ERP systems (highly regarded)

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and strong overall computer literacy

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Confident engaging with stakeholders across different teams and backgrounds

• Proactive problem-solver with a “can-do” attitude

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Essential Requirements

• Must be available to work onsite 5 days per week

• Working hours: 6:00am – 2:00pm

• Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a supportive and fast-paced finance environment where your contribution directly supports operational success. This role offers the opportunity to further develop your AP and accounting expertise within a collaborative team setting.

If you’re a detail-driven finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and building strong supplier relationships, we’d love to hear from you.