Accounts Payable Specialist

PlaceUp; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance-focused role within a dynamic company seeking a detail-oriented professional to handle Vendor Management and Accounts Payable processes. The position requires a solid understanding of GL accounting and effective vendor relationship management to streamline payment processes and maintain compliance. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Excel, and the ability to conduct regular audits for documentation accuracy.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with specialized experience in Vendor Management and Accounts Payable processes.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and streamline payment processes.
• Experience in conducting audits of vendor master data.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely processing of invoices and credits according to vendor terms.
• Manage departmental sign-off for invoices and purchase orders.
• Issue cheques and prepare wire payments through NEFT/RTGS.
• Scan and archive all vendor invoice packages for audit purposes.
• Conduct quarterly audits of vendor master data.
• Provide backup support to the Accounts Payable team.

Skills

Vendor Management

Accounts Payable

Bank Reconciliation

MS Excel Proficiency

Strong Communication Skills

Job description

Professional Summary

A detail-oriented professional with specialized experience in Vendor Management and Accounts Payable (AP) processes, with a solid understanding of General Ledger (GL) accounting and Bank Reconciliation Statements (BRS). Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships, streamline payment processes, and maintain internal compliance through regular audits and structured documentation.

Core Competencies

- Vendor Management & Supplier Selection

- Bank Payment Uploading (NEFT / RTGS)

- Vouching & Verification of Vendor Invoices

- Bank Reconciliation (BRS)

- Accounts Payable & General Ledger (AP/GL)

- Document Archiving & Audit Trail Maintenance

- Expense Auditing & Verification

- MS Excel Proficiency

- Strong Communication & Coordination Skills

Requirements

- Ensured timely processing of invoices and credits in accordance with vendor terms to maintain positive

vendor relationships and market reputation.

- Managed departmental sign-off for invoices and purchase orders.

- Issued cheques and prepared wire payments through NEFT/RTGS and other modes as required.

- Scanned and archived all vendor invoice packages, maintaining complete documentation for audit purposes.

- Conducted quarterly audits of vendor master data to determine the status of active/inactive vendors, ensuring system hygiene and updated records.

- Provided backup support to Accounts Payable team to maintain workflow continuity.

- Audited submitted expenses, ensuring accuracy and verifying receipts.

- Led the Supplier Selection Process by applying a four-eye principle