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Accounts Receivable/Payables Accountant - Supporter of Doing It Right

As It Should Be

Al Hiyar

On-site

AED 120,000 - 200,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a passionate Supporter of Doing It Right in its Finance Division. The role focuses on accounts receivables and payables, offering strong career growth in a vibrant startup environment. With a commitment to quality, this position invites those excited to make an impact through their work, supported by excellent benefits including accommodation and meals.

Benefits

Excellent accommodation with cleaning services

All meals provided in Staff Restaurant

Transportation to Dubai or Abu Dhabi on non-working days

Company smartphone

Company provided Health Insurance

Annual Flight Ticket Allowance

Qualifications

5+ years of accounts receivables and payables experience.
Familiarity with FMCG or high volume industries preferred.
Advanced Excel skills are required.

Responsibilities

Create and issue customer invoices and manage receivables.
Record incoming payments and reconcile against invoices.
Prepare AR aging reports and support month-end closing activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

Tools

Odoo

QuickBooks

Xero

MS Excel

As It Should Be was founded in 2023 and is based in Al Hiyar in the UAE. The team are passionate about producing the best quality food and are laser focused on one target….. Doing it right. Always! Quality in everything we do is our key goal. The fair treatment of everyone we do business with, honouring our agreements and treating everyone with respect is our core DNA and our unwavering commitment to this is how we operate. As It Should Be.

We now have an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team of trailblazers, who thrive on overcoming challenges and have a fearless belief that no matter what you do, you can make a difference by Doing It Right…… Always!

This newly created role reports to our Senior Accountant and is part of our second phase, moving from farm construction to operating. This should excite you, as you will be joining a team at the beginning of our extremely well planned and thoroughly powerful journey. You will be someone who wants to feel passionate about what you are doing and why you are doing it. With us, the enthusiasm is infectious so you should be a person who is deeply motivated by the impact you can make in the world. Yes, we think that big!

We don’t believe in hierarchy and titles; we believe we are one team working towards a common goal. Your role will be known as a Supporter of Doing It Right in the Finance Division. You will be working with some exceptionally talented people, giving you exposure to true innovation with absolute determination to break with tradition and with an unrelenting focus on doing what is right, not what is easy.

Your role in As It Should Be’s success will predominantly focus on the accounts receivables and payables, implementing new processes and practices and ensuring all stakeholders are managed in the As It Should Be manner. This is a new team, and the team will grow quickly along with the business, therefore there will be great opportunities for upward mobility and career growth as the business expands.

Responsibilities:

Create and issue customer invoices for poultry product sales, contracts, or deliveries.
Monitor receivables and follow up with customers (distributors, retailers, or end-buyers) to ensure timely payments.
Record incoming payments (checks, bank transfers, mobile money, etc.) and reconcile them against invoices.
Maintain accurate records of customer transactions and account balances.
Prepare AR aging reports and escalate overdue accounts as needed.
Support the sales and operations team in resolving invoice or delivery-related disputes.
Reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger monthly.
Assist in setting up credit terms for new customers in coordination with leadership.
Contribute to financial reports and support audits or investor reporting as needed.
Recommend and implement improvements to streamline the billing and collections process.
Review and process purchase orders, vendor invoices, and payment requests for accuracy and approval
Record expenses and match invoices with inventory and service receipts (e.g., feed, vaccines, transport, equipment, building materials)
Ensure timely and accurate payments via bank transfer or check
Maintain a consistent payment cycle and monitor due dates to avoid penalties or service interruptions
Negotiate credit terms for the company
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies with suppliers or contractors
Maintain up-to-date and accurate vendor records, including company licenses and tax information
Work closely with procurement, farm managers, and logistics teams to verify invoices
Support month-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting
Assist with audits, investor reporting, and budgeting efforts
Help improve and document payment processes as the business scales

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
5+ years of accounts receivables and payables
Familiarity with invoicing and payment practices in FMCG, retail or other high volume industries
Familiarity with accounting software such as Odoo, QuickBooks, Xero, or similar tools
Advanced MS Excel skills
Strong organisation skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliations
Excellent communication skills and a service-oriented approach
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on, startup environment

Due to the relatively remote location, As It Should Be has focused on providing every team member with all the tools required to live comfortably, enjoy their surroundings and to have all they require to live on site. These include: