Payable Accountant

Job Title: Accounts Payable Accountant

Role Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and record supplier invoices in Oracle Fusion.
• Ensure invoices are supported by approved POs, contracts, GRNs/service confirmations, and required approvals.
• Verify appropriate accounting codes, cost centres, projects, and entities.
• Review VAT invoices for compliance with UAE VAT requirements.
• Process supplier invoices and payment requests within agreed timelines.
• Prepare supplier payment batches for review and approval.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations.
• Follow up on missing documents, approvals, and disputed invoices.
• Monitor accounts payable ageing and outstanding liabilities.
• Maintain accurate vendor balances and resolve discrepancies.
• Review supplier advances and ensure timely settlement against invoices.
• Reconcile the AP subledger with the general ledger.
• Support intercompany payable reconciliations.
• Maintain complete supporting documentation for audit purposes.
• Respond to supplier payment enquiries professionally and promptly.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Legal, Operations, and project teams regarding payment requirements.
• Support month-end accruals and AP closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with Group payment controls and the Delegation of Authority.
• Assist internal and external auditors with AP-related requests.
• Perform other Finance Operations duties assigned by management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience.
• UAE experience is preferred.
• Good understanding of UAE VAT requirements.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion or a similar ERP system is preferred.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills.

Key Competencies