AP Specialist – Month-End & Ledger Expert

Forward Hospitality Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Hospitality Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable specialist to manage end-to-end AP across multiple entities, ensure timely payments, and support month-end closing. You will reconcile vendor accounts, prepare journals, and assist with financial reporting and audits.

This role requires 3–5 years in hospitality accounting, strong Excel and ERP skills, and professional certifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years accounting experience with AP focus in hospitality/food service.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems; Oracle experience preferred.
• Professional certification (ACCA / CPA / CMA / CA Inter) is an advantage.
• Strong financial reporting & audit support.
• Accounts Payable & Vendor Management; Bank Reconciliation & Cash Management.
• Month-End Closing & Journal; Petty Cash Management.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable across multiple entities.
• Review vendor invoices against POs, contracts, and approvals.
• Ensure timely payments via bank transfers, cheques, and other methods.
• Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain AP aging reports and monitor overdue balances.
• Prepare month-end journal entries including AP accruals.
• Reconcile GL accounts, banks, and cash; intercompany where applicable.
• Assist in monthly financial statements and audit support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and strengthen internal controls in AP.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure complete transaction submission.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Month-End Closing

Bank Reconciliation

ERP Systems

Excel

Communication

Education

ACCA / CPA / CMA / CA Inter

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Forward Hospitality Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable specialist to manage end-to-end AP across multiple entities, ensure timely payments, and support month-end closing. You will reconcile vendor accounts, prepare journals, and assist with financial reporting and audits.

This role requires 3–5 years in hospitality accounting, strong Excel and ERP skills, and professional certifications.