Accounts Payable Section Head

ECONSTRUCT DESIGN & BUILD Pvt Ltd.; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

e.construct is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead vendor invoice processing, ensure timely payments, and manage AP close cycles. The role requires strong NetSuite experience, IFRS/VAT knowledge, and leadership of AP staff.

You will oversee vendor data, drive process improvements, and coordinate with finance and operations to align payment priorities with budgets. This position emphasizes accuracy, controls, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• CA or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 7 - 10 years of experience in Accounts Payable or related accounting functions.
• Strong proficiency in Oracle NetSuite and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and VAT/tax laws across USA, KSA, and Egypt.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong follow-up, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable process to ensure timely and accurate handling of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements.
• Monitor the AP aging report and ensure timely resolution of outstanding balances.
• Oversee vendor master data, onboarding, updates, and compliance with internal policies.
• Review and approve key vendor payments in alignment with company policy.
• Coordinate with executives and cross-functional teams to align payment priorities and budgets.

Skills

Vendor payments

AP process

Vendor master data

Financial analysis

Education

CA or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About e.construct

e.constructis an engineering firm that specializes in providing elegant engineering solutions for complex challenges. e.construct is a fast-growing firm with 7 offices around the world. At our core, we question how the very nature of how to evolve the structures that we inhabit to increase their performance and value. Our work is driven by exceptional engineers from diverse disciplines working collaboratively in a truly holistic design process which generates high-performing systems. e.construct designs structures such as bridges, high-rise design, commercial facilities design, precast concrete engineering, and post-tensioning design. We are a multi-disciplinary engineering design firm with specialized design and value engineering services. The firm's core work is holistic at its approach, and it has divisions in structural, MEP, Geotechnical, and emerging construction technology such as 3D printing of concrete, technology, and 3D laser scanning.

Accounts Payable Management

• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable (AP) process to ensure timely and accurate handling of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reimbursements.
• Monitor the AP aging report and ensure timely resolution of outstanding balances.
• Oversee vendor master data, onboarding, updates, and compliance with internal policies.
• Review and approve key vendor payments in alignment with company policy.
• Coordinate with executives and cross-functional teams to align payment priorities and budgets.

Vendor Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to prevent and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain a solutions-driven approach to communication and vendor engagement.

Month-End and Year-End Closing

• Ensure accurate accruals and timely AP closings during month-end and year-end cycles.
• Reconcile AP sub-ledger to the general ledger and maintain proper supporting documentation.
• Prepare audit schedules and assist with audit inquiries related to payables.

Compliance and Controls

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies for all disbursements.
• Ensure compliance with VAT and tax requirements in USA, KSA, and Egypt.
• Support improvements in internal control systems related to AP operations.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process enhancements and automation opportunities within the AP cycle.
• Support ERP upgrades or new system implementations (preferably Oracle NetSuite).

Team and Leadership

• Supervise and mentor AP staff, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.
• Encourage continuous learning, ownership, and accountability.

Qualifications

• CA or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 7 - 10 years of experience in Accounts Payable or related accounting functions.
• Strong proficiency in Oracle NetSuite and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS and VAT/tax laws across USA, KSA, and Egypt.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong follow-up, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.