Clerk - Accounts Payable

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to oversee all aspects of the accounts payable process. This role involves processing invoices, preparing payments, managing vendor details, and leading the accounts payable team. Candidates should possess a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience and strong proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in accounting or accounts payable.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP software.
• Ability to manage and mentor a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and review all incoming invoices for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and issue payments to vendors, ensuring timely processing.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Tools

MS Office

ERP software

Job description

Daily Operations

• Process and review all incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company
• policies.
• Verify vendor account details and reconcile discrepancies.
• Enter and post invoices into the accounts payable system.
• Prepare and issue payments to vendors through various methods (cheque, bank transfer, H2H etc.).
• Ensure proper documentation for payments, obtaining all necessary approvals before processing.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all invoices are recorded and paid on time.
• Ensure accurate VAT and RCM bifurcation during the booking of invoices.
• Maintain and update vendor files and contract information.
• Assist with audits and filing of VAT return by providing necessary documentation and reports.
• Ensure VAT is accurately accounted for when booking the invoices, and the VAT returns are filed accurately and on time.
• Develop and implement accounts payable policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Manage and mentor the accounts payable team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance.
• Review and approve invoices, ensuring proper coding, authorization, and documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure payment of Utilities, GPSSA, VAT, Tourism Tax, Municipality tax, corporate tax, and other relevant statutory payments are done accurately and on time.
  
  

Company And Department Responsibilities

• Possess leadership skills of integrity, strategic planning, decisiveness, sound business judgment, flexibility, analytical thinking and people management.
• Ensure that the subordinates are well-mannered and always groomed as per company standard.
• Promote a work environment where team members feel valued, appreciated, involved, equally important and safe. Interact with department and company team members, management and contractor representatives in a professional and positive manner to foster good rapport, promote team spirit and ensure effective two-way and cross-cultural communications.
• Effective resource management and excellent written and verbal communication skills are also important.
• Attend regular briefing and scheduled inter-departmental meetings to ensure relevant information is shared.
  
  

Experience

A minimum of 1 years’ experience in general accounting or accounts payable.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in MS office and other software applications; proficiency in ERP is an advantage.