Accounts Payable Accountant

Vistas Global; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the region is seeking an Accounts Payable Accountant to manage vendor invoices, approvals, and payments while ensuring compliance with tax regulations. The role involves coordinating with procurement teams and supports month- and year-end closings. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and have 3–5 years of accounts payable experience. Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel is essential, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in accounts payable or procure-to-pay processes.
• Familiarity with tax regulations related to vendor payments.
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and verify vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Record and process invoices in ERP systems.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage vendor advances and support month/year-end closings.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations such as VAT.
• Coordinate with procurement for invoice matching.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Strong accounts payable knowledge

Proficient in ERP systems

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Dynamics

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Accounts Payable Accountant will manage vendor invoices, approvals, payments, and reconciliations while ensuring compliance with tax regulations and internal controls. This role supports month- and year-end closings, audits, and maintains accurate AP records, coordinating with procurement and receiving teams to streamline the procure-to-pay process.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and compliance with purchase orders and contracts
• Record and process invoices in ERP systems, ensuring timely approvals and payment runs
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate AP records
• Manage vendor advances, prepayments, and support month/year-end closings and accruals
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations such as VAT and withholding tax
• Coordinate with procurement and receiving teams for invoice matching
• Support internal and external audits with required documentation
• Identify opportunities to automate and improve the procure-to-pay process

Skills

• Strong accounts payable and procure-to-pay process knowledge
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and MS Excel
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure timely payments
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in accounts payable or procure-to-pay processes
• Familiarity with tax regulations related to vendor payments
• This position is based in the UAE

Job ID: 25082507-114VG