ACCOUNTANT – ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

The Accountant – Accounts Payable oversees the accurate verification, 3-way matching, ERP processing, and reconciliation of all supplier and trade contractor invoices. The role ensures timely settlements, resolves billing discrepancies, and maintains strict UAE VAT statutory compliance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DAY-TO-DAY ACCOUNTABILITIES 3-Way Invoice Matching: Verify all supplier and vendor invoices against approved Purchase Orders (PO), site Delivery Notes (DN), and Material Receiving Vouchers (MRV) in the ERP. Subcontractor Certificate Processing: Audit and record approved monthly subcontractor payment certificates, validating retentions, advance amortization, and debit back-charges. Vendor Statement Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations between vendor statements and ERP accounts payable sub-ledgers, resolving outstanding disputes. Payment Proposal Preparation: Prepare weekly payment proposal runs (bank transfers and checks) based on approved project cash flow schedules and vendor credit terms. UAE VAT Compliance: Inspect tax invoices for full compliance with UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations (valid TRN, proper taxable values, and VAT breakdown). Vendor Master Maintenance: Assist in maintaining verified vendor master records, including trade licenses, VAT certificates, and verified bank details. Query Management & Communication: Liaise with project site storekeepers, procurement engineers, and vendor representatives to address invoice hold-ups and delivery variances. Month-End Closing & Accruals: Prepare month-end AP accrual schedules for delivered unbilled materials and uncertified site works to support timely financial closings.

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B . Com) or Master’s Degree in Commerce (M . Com) / Accounting Required

Experience

Minimum 3 years of hands-on accounts payable experience in the UAE construction / contracting sector Employment Type Full-time