Accounts Payable Team Lead — Lead & Optimize AP Ops

Info Resume Edge; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified professional to supervise the accounts payable team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance and at least 4 years of accounts payable experience, with a preference for those with supervisory experience. Key responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, ensuring accurate invoice processing, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in AP systems like SAP or Oracle.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• 12 years in a supervisory or lead role strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise train and mentor the accounts payable team members.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, credit memos and payment runs.
• Review and approve AP transactions and reconciliations.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve disputes and escalations.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, policies and external regulations.
• Assist with month‑end close including accruals, AP aging reports and reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Receiving and other departments to improve workflow.
• Continuously review AP processes to identify efficiency gains and automation opportunities.
• Maintain AP master data including vendor information and payment terms.
• Generate and analyze AP reports for management.

Skills

Strong knowledge of AP processes and systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems

Excellent leadership

Communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

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

Job description

A financial services company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified professional to supervise the accounts payable team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance and at least 4 years of accounts payable experience, with a preference for those with supervisory experience. Key responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, ensuring accurate invoice processing, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in AP systems like SAP or Oracle.