Supervisor - Accounts Payable

Engie; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Payable Supervisor to lead the AP department. This role involves ensuring timely payments to suppliers, managing team members, and maintaining the integrity of financial documents. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, advanced Excel skills, and a commitment to process improvement. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance operational efficiency and compliance with UAE regulations. If you are ready to take on a managerial role in a thriving environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting with a focus on accounts payable processes.
• Ability to manage high transaction volumes efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the accounts payable department.
• Ensure timely payments to suppliers and monitor the payable cycle.
• Supervise team members and initiate improvements in AP processes.

Skills

Accounts Payable Management

Advanced Excel Skills

Vendor Reconciliation

Process Improvement

Confidentiality Management

Education

Experience in Accounting

Tools

Peachtree

Horizon

Job description

Accounts Payable Supervisor

The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounts payable (AP) department, ensuring timely payments to suppliers, monitoring the complete payable cycle, and maintaining the integrity of related documents. The role also involves managing team members.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ensure that all supplier invoices are received and booked into the system promptly.
2. Pay vendors on time by monitoring discounts, verifying federal ID numbers, scheduling and preparing checks, resolving discrepancies related to purchase orders, contracts, invoices, or payments; ensuring credits are received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments or amendments to purchase orders.
3. Maintain accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.
4. Initiate improvements in the AP cycle and processes.
5. Supervise team members, ensuring proper delegation of duties and responsibilities.
6. Verify vendor accounts through reconciliation of monthly statements. Enter or update vendor information as needed.
7. Report on Input VAT to avoid penalties due to late booking of taxable invoices.
8. Ensure accurate document preparation and records management related to the AP function.
9. Handle various payment sources including bank transactions, cash, checks, and others.
10. Protect the organization's value by maintaining confidentiality of information.
11. Perform any other ad hoc responsibilities to support business and operational needs.
12. Manage high transaction volumes efficiently.
13. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
14. Utilize advanced Excel skills.
15. Manage and lead the team effectively.
16. Maintain awareness of UAE laws, regulations, and the business environment.

Qualifications:

Experience in accounting and related knowledge.

Other Requirements:

• Working knowledge of medium-sized accounting software (e.g., Peachtree, Horizon).
• Valid driving license.

Additional Information:

Employee Level: Manager

Signature: __________ Date: __________

Business Unit: GBU Energy Solutions

Division: ESI AMEA - GCC & Pak - UAE

Legal Entity: ENGIE Cofely Energy Services LLC