Accountant

Forward Hospitality Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Hospitality Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable specialist to manage end-to-end AP across multiple entities, ensure timely payments, and support month-end closing. You will reconcile vendor accounts, prepare journals, and assist with financial reporting and audits.

This role requires 3–5 years in hospitality accounting, strong Excel and ERP skills, and professional certifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years accounting experience with AP focus in hospitality/food service.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems; Oracle experience preferred.
• Professional certification (ACCA / CPA / CMA / CA Inter) is an advantage.
• Strong financial reporting & audit support.
• Accounts Payable & Vendor Management; Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management.
• Month-End Closing & Journal; Petty Cash Management.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable across multiple entities.
• Review vendor invoices against POs, contracts, and approvals.
• Ensure timely payments via bank transfers, cheques, and other methods.
• Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain AP aging reports and monitor overdue balances.
• Prepare month-end journal entries including AP accruals.
• Reconcile GL accounts, banks, and cash; intercompany where applicable.
• Assist in monthly financial statements and audit support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and strengthen internal controls in AP.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure complete transaction submission.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Month-End Closing

Bank Reconciliation

ERP Systems

Excel

Communication

Education

ACCA / CPA / CMA / CA Inter

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Purpose

To ensure the accurate, timely, and efficient execution of accounting operations covering Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank and cash management, POS reconciliations, general ledger activities, and month end closing, while maintaining strong financial controls, supporting reporting and compliance requirements, and driving continuous process improvements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable process across multiple entities
• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices against POs, contracts, and approvals
• Ensure timely and accurate payments via bank transfers, cheques, and other methods
• Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Maintain accurate AP aging reports and monitor overdue balances
• Liaise with vendors to address queries, and payment follow-ups
• Coordinate internally to ensure timely submission of invoices and supporting documents for on-time payments
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of all invoices and supporting records
• Monitor and control petty cash transactions, including verification and posting
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and strengthen internal controls within the AP function
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including AP accruals
• Ensure timely GL reconciliations for all accounts, bank, and cash
• Reconcile intercompany accounts if applicable
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for financial reporting
• Assist in monthly financial statements preparation
• Provide data and support for audit and compliance requirements
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure completeness of transactions

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Technical Skills

• 3-5 years of accounting experience with strong focus on Accounts Payable and month-end closing with hospitality /fast food restaurant background is advantage.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems; Oracle experience preferred
• Professional certification (ACCA / CPA /CMA/ CA Inter) is an advantage.
• Financial Reporting & Audit Support
• Accounts Payable & Vendor Management
• Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management
• Month-End Closing & Journal
• Petty Cash Management Behavioural Skills
• Communication skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume transaction environments Language Skills English