Senior Accountant - Accounts Payables

Khazna Data Centers; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center solutions provider in Dubai is seeking a Senior Accountant AP to oversee the accounts payable function. This role involves ensuring compliance, managing vendor relationships, and enhancing AP operations for a high-growth, capex-intensive environment. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in account management, a degree in Finance, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable.
• At least 3 years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Experience in a project-driven or capex-intensive environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable operations including invoice processing.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Project Management, and Treasury.

Skills

Vendor Management

Financial Reporting

Internal Controls

Process Improvement

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA/CA/ACCA qualification

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle Fusion preferred)

Excel

Job description

Founded in 2012, Khazna Data Centers is a leading provider of state-of-the-art data center solutions. With a focus on innovation and cutting-edge technology, Khazna specializes in hyperscale wholesale data centers that are at the forefront of enabling AI and other emerging technologies.

We are looking for a Senior Accountant AP to join our Finance team. He/ she will manage the end-to-end accounts payable function in a high-growth, capex-intensive environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of all payables-related transactions and controls, including vendor management, compliance, system optimization, and team mentoring. Some of their key accountabilities will be as follows:

1. Accounts Payable Operations & Control

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, 3-way matching (PO, GRN, Invoice), and vendor payment execution.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, delegation of authority, tax regulations (e.g. VAT), and accounting standards (IFRS).
• Maintain a rigorous control environment to mitigate risks such as duplicate payments, fraud, or non-compliance.

2. Vendor Management

• Manage a large and growing base of local and international vendors with sensitivity to contractual terms, payment terms, and dispute resolution.
• Foster effective vendor relationships while protecting company interests and supporting procurement and legal teams as needed.

3. Financial Reporting & Reconciliation

• Perform regular AP sub-ledger to GL reconciliations and ensure all variances are investigated and resolved promptly.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing process with accurate accruals, schedules, and reconciliations.

4. Audit & Compliance

• Serve as the AP focal point during internal and external audits, ensuring accurate and timely submission of audit schedules and supporting documents.
• Maintain complete and auditable documentation of AP transactions in line with regulatory and company policies.

5. Systems & Process Improvement

• Suggest automation initiatives and enhance the efficiency of AP operations through ERP (preferably Oracle Fusion) and digital tools.
• Suggest process improvements to manage increasing transaction volumes and complexity.

6. Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with Procurement, Project Management, Treasury, and Business Units to align on payment cycles, project-related capex disbursements, and vendor queries.
• Provide insights into payment status, risks, and opportunities.

Minimum eligibility requirements and key competencies:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA/CA/ACCA qualification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 3 years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Experience in a project-driven or capex-intensive environment (e.g. construction, energy, infrastructure) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle Fusion preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, internal controls, and VAT regulations in the UAE.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume transactions with accuracy and control.