Senior Specialist – Accounts Payable Accountant

Neom; Neom; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Specialist Accounts Payable Accountant to join its dynamic team. This role involves ensuring efficient payment operations, utilizing advanced tools like SAP/S4 HANA, and contributing to process improvements. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial operations. If you're passionate about finance and eager to make a significant impact in a groundbreaking project, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a visionary organization dedicated to redefining the future and creating a lasting legacy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in payment operations, particularly in Accounts Payable.
• Proficient in SAP/S4 HANA for payment processing.

Responsibilities

• Process daily payment transactions ensuring compliance with policies.
• Perform reconciliations of payment accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Payment Operations Experience

SAP/S4 HANA

Saudi Bank Clearing Systems

Excel

Communication Skills

Team Player

Financial Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CTP or ACT Qualification

Tools

Excel

SAP/S4 HANA

Job description

Job ID: 14358

Sector:

Finance

Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia

OVERVIEW

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations. As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation. As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change. Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

To support the Financial Operations leadership- Finance Director, Managers, in carrying out the responsibilities in the Payment Operations team.

REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY 3+ years of payment operations experience in Accounts Payable or Treasury Operations Experience using SAP/S4 HANA for payment processing Experience with Saudi bank clearing systems, B2B and Swift payment channels Skilled in dealing with financial and numeric data Skilled in use of Excel/PowerPoint Good communication skills Team player Excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to complete the required tasks Ability to work in deadline driven oriented tasks

ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES The Senior Specialist Accounts Payable Accountant responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Accurately process daily payment transactions, including procure to pay wire transfers initiated through SAP, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements Perform regular reconciliations of payment accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly Prepare weekly cash forecasting reports capturing procure-to-pay cash flows and all other material cash flows Perform daily cash positioning and FX funding requirements as needed Analyze payment data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement, providing insights and recommendations to senior team members Prepare and maintain detailed reports on payment activities, transaction volumes, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for management review. Assist with resolving payment-related inquiries and issues from internal and external customers, providing timely and professional support Contribute to the development and implementation of process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of payment operations Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, IT, and customer service, to support payment operations and resolve any issues Review of employee expense claims and coordination of company policy implementation Respond to audit enquiries providing timely and accurate information. Culture and Values Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct. Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge, Skills and Experience 3+ years of payment operations experience in Accounts Payable or Treasury Operations Ability to manage multiple priorities and work accurately under pressure Can represent the team as subject matter expert on cross departmental projects Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or relevant Working towards accounting, CTP or ACT qualification beneficial

NEOM is committed to attracting and retaining the highest caliber of employees to support NEOM’s vision, mission and strategy. NEOM sources the best candidates based on fit for the role and searches local and global markets to identify talent.

NEOM is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, disability, age, or any other form of discrimination/other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

As part of our recruitment process, NEOM will undertake reference checks to confirm suitability for the role. All offers of employment are subject to references, evidence of all qualifications and awards, and other background checks being satisfactorily completed. Additionally, all offers are subject to the candidate being able to successfully obtain a work visa to enter and work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform additional job-related tasks and duties as assigned. To meet NEOM’s objectives and business needs, the work location is subject to change. Non office-based roles involve outdoor activities. Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors and on construction sites as part of their job responsibilities.

NEOM uses artificial intelligence as part of its recruitment process to assist and enhance efficiency. However, all final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters, ensuring that NEOM’s employment process remains fair and transparent.

The actions of our team should always support the NEOM Values

Learn more about NEOM’s Values