Role & Responsibilities
The Assistant Finance Manager - Accounts Payable is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end AP function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of supplier payments. The role supports month-end closings, audits, and reporting while driving process improvements and automation. It also provides guidance to the AP team and acts as a key liaison with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

SKILLS AND EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
• Chartered Accountant (mandatory).
• 6-8 Years of Finance Experience
• Big 4 experience is a must
• Strong background in real estate finance operations in the UAE.
• Proven expertise across AP and Compliance.
• Excellent leadership, people management, and communication skills.
• Strong ERP and financial systems knowledge.

• Supervise the day-to-day AP function, ensuring invoices, payments, and reconciliations are processed accurately and on time.
• Maintain proper verification of invoices, approvals, and compliance with company policies and financial controls.
• Monitor vendor ageing, resolve discrepancies, and manage payment cycles.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and statutory requirements (including VAT and UAE tax regulations).
• Support internal and external audits, providing AP-related documentation and ensuring no major findings.
• Oversee AP reconciliations and ensure vendor accounts are up to date.
• Assist in preparing reports on AP KPIs, variances, and cash outflows for management review.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities by ensuring AP-related entries, accruals, and reconciliations are completed on schedule.
• Drive process efficiencies and automation within the AP function.
• Support implementation of system enhancements to improve accuracy, transparency, and control.
• Act as a key liaison with internal departments to resolve invoice and payment queries.
• Maintain professional relationships with vendors, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Guide and mentor junior AP staff to build technical knowledge and ensure adherence to best practices.