Accounts Payable Accountant

Role Description The Accounts Payable Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai. This role is responsible for processing supplier invoices, verifying supporting documents, and ensuring timely and accurate payments. The Accounts Payable Accountant will reconcile vendor accounts, monitor outstanding balances, and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal teams and external partners. Daily tasks include updating accounting records, maintaining organized documentation, preparing payment runs, and supporting month-end closing activities. Responsibilities Recording all financial transactions such as sales, purchases, payments, and receipts. Posting journal entries for various transactions such as accruals, adjustments, and corrections Ensuring that all entries are correctly posted at the end of each accounting period and preparing necessary reports for management. Assist in preparation of all monthly financial reports and tax reports. Managing payables and receivables Ensuring timely payments to vendors and suppliers, managing aging payables, and reconciling vendor accounts. Communicating with vendors and clients regarding payment issues, outstanding invoices, and account discrepancies. Maintaining Asset Depreciation. Bank reconciliation. Variance Analysis. Support internal and external audit processes. Review Subcontractor Claims by examining submitted work progress and verify against contract terms and site reports for issuance of payment certificates. Safeguarding financial documents and ensuring compliance with company policies regarding data retention and privacy. Assist in overall accounting works. Qualifications Strong knowledge of Finance and Accounting, including accurate recording, reporting, and analysis of financial transactions. Experience in Invoice Processing and Invoicing, including supplier invoices, payment schedules, and supporting documentation. Proficiency in Account Reconciliation, including ledgers, vendor statements, and resolving discrepancies. Relevant experience in Accounts Payable or General Accounting, preferably within the construction or project-based industry. Minimum 2 years of UAE construction experience is required. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel, with strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal English communication skills; additional languages are an advantage. Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications are an advantage.