DHLE_Finance.Manager - Accounts Payable

Dubai Holding; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A major real estate development company in the UAE is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager. This role involves managing the Accounts Payable function, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and developing budgetary controls. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounts, hold a professional accounting qualification, and have at least 4 years of relevant experience. Strong IFRS knowledge and proficiency in Oracle Financials are essential. This position offers a full-time schedule at Vision Tower in Dubai.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years’ experience in Accounts payable function.
• At least 2 years in a senior role.
• Hands-on accounting experience in Real Estate or Construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable function for DHLE entities.
• Establish internal controls for financial reporting compliance.
• Develop and maintain budgetary controls in line with approved budgets.

Skills

IFRS Knowledge

Attention to detail

Team orientation

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounts

Master’s degree preferred

Professional Accounting Qualification (Chartered Accountant, ACCA, CPA)

Tools

Oracle Financials

Salesforce

Yardi

Job description

Key Performance Indicators

• Accounts Payable Policies and Procedures developed, approved and implemented
• Development and implementation of SLAs and adherence
• Development of Payment Cycles and compliance
• Systems and process enhancements and efficiencies achieved
• Audit findings and observations, and timely implementation of audit recommendations

Qualifications, Experiences, Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounts; Master’s degree preferred
• Professional Accounting Qualification (Chartered Accountant, ACCA, CPA etc.)
• 4-6 years’ experience with at least 2 years experience in a senior role in Accounts payable function in Oracle Financials or similar ERP System
• Strong IFRS Knowledge, VAT Compliance, hands on accounting and accounts payable experience in related industry (Real Estate or Construction).

Job Specific Skills

• Thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting
• Understanding of the RERA TAS and Escrow payment mechanisms
• Working knowledge of ERPs and Accounting systems (knowledge of Oracle, Salesforce and Yardi is preferred)
• Attention to detail and able to work in a non-structured environment.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Strong team orientation, exceptional work ethic.
• Familiarity with best practices related to procure‑to‑pay, bill‑to‑collect and project accounting
• Ability to summarize and present data in concise and accurate manner

Job Info

• Job Identification 111897
• Job Category Finance
• Posting Date 11/17/2025, 05:21 AM
• Apply Before 12/28/2025, 08:00 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Vision Tower, 10th Floor, Dubai, AE

• Develop, improve and maintain budgetary controls in respect of spending to ensure that the commitments and spending are in line with the approved budgets and relevant DOAs ensuring compliance.
• Manage Accounts Payable (AP) function for DHLE entities including developing, communicating, and implementing the function's policies and procedures ensuring adherence to relevant DOAs.
• Develop and implement Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for AP transaction processing activities in accordance with best practices ensuring timely revision and compliance.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls that will ensure that all financial reporting and prepared in compliance with financial policies, norms and best practices.
• Be a point of contact such as Banks and RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) for administrating and managing Transaction Accounting System (TAS) and matters relating to Escrow Account management.
• Develop and maintain payment cycles and accurate schedules for all balances relating to Accounts Payable in accordance with business requirements and ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance to staff in the processing of all AP activity streams including receipt and processing of payment certificates along with invoices, resolution of exceptions and payment processing.
• Lead AP system/process enhancements and automation and Implement AP transactional metrics reporting package to monitor operational performance.
• Review payable ageing, ensure payments are made on due dates and balances are reviewed and reconciled as per agreed KPI’s.
• Coordinate work relating to both internal and external (statutory, FAD etc.) for audits and review of the company financial records. Timely implement the recommendations for findings of auditors’, if any, and ensure compliance
• Liaise with internal (Departments) and external (Suppliers/ Service Providers/ Affiliated Companies etc.) stakeholders to ensure smooth functioning of Accounts Payable operations and meet service requirements
• Oversee the cash flow forecasts and management reports and assure accuracy, completeness and timely issuance.
• Align with the organization’s goals, operating models including effective communication with department heads throughout the organization and extended service providers and stakeholders.
• Monitor the working environment within the department and maintain performance driven work environment which promotes employee morale and positive employee engagement.
• Establish reporting templates for management reporting and Implement monitoring and reporting mechanisms to measure process efficiencies and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provide regular coaching, establish professional development plans and monitor progress of team.