Accounts Payable Manager

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company Limited (NGHC)

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) is on a mission to make a carbon-free, climate-safe future a reality. We are building the world’s largest plant to produce green ammonia at scale, providing humankind with a cost-efficient solution that will accelerate the worldwide green hydrogen economy. Located in NEOM and supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, NGHC will be integrating up to 4GW of onshore solar and wind energy to supply up to 650 tons of green ammonia per day for transportation globally. Operations will go onstream in 2026. NGHC brings together the technology, operational efficiency and know-how of ACWA Power, Air Products and NEOM in a joint-venture partnership with over 80 years of combined experience in the fields of hydrogen, energy, renewables and global networks.

JOB DETAILS

Group: Supply Chain

Division: Accounts Payable

Reports To: Supply Chain Director

Liaise/Cooperate With: Supply Chain liaison, Materials Management, Finance, and Commercial.

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent manager is responsible for the performance management of a single team member while overseeing Accounts Payable operations at NGHC. They will be accountable for ensuring that all invoices are paid on time, the timely disbursement to vendors and suppliers, and maintaining cash flow within predefined parameters.

In addition to managing financial standards and controls, the role plays a supporting part in upholding NGHC’s commitments to Local Content Policies (LCP) and socially responsible supply chain practices, including awareness of potential human rights risks. The focus is on ensuring compliance within the Accounts Payable while working collaboratively with other departments and auditors. The position also seeks to establish and optimise Accounts Payable end-to-end processes, drive efficiency, and maintain NGHC’s overall financial health, while protecting NGHC’s shareholders’ interests.

NATURE & SCOPE

The Accounts Payable Manager within the Supply Chain Management group links financial operations with NGHC's compliance framework. They manage a team of one person and partner with other NGHC functions to ensure an efficient procurement-to-payment process.

While not responsible for policy setting or conducting audits, the manager ensures compliance with payment practices, identifies potential risks in the payment cycle, and communicates relevant information to stakeholders. They also focus on process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and ensure accurate reporting, maintaining the reliability and governance of the Accounts Payable function.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES

• Contribute to NGHC’s project delivery by ensuring Accounts Payable processes support contractual obligations, shareholder requirements, and lender expectations.
• Apply knowledge of SAP, ESG principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and industry benchmarks to strengthen Accounts Payable governance.
• Oversee accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments within agreed cash flow parameters.
• Maintain robust internal controls and compliance with NGHC policies, including Local Content Policies (LCP) and responsible supply chain practices.
• Act as an early checkpoint to identify and escalate risks in payment processes, including potential human rights concerns.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Materials Management, and Commercial to ensure a continuous procure-to-pay cycle.
• Drive process improvement, automation, and efficiency in Accounts Payable operations.
• Provide clear and timely reporting on Accounts Payable performance, risks, and compliance to management and auditors.
• Manage and develop a small team, fostering accountability, capability growth, and continuous improvement.
• Support governance and risk management by ensuring transparent, auditable, and benchmark-aligned Accounts Payable practices.

SKILLS / TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS

• Strong understanding of accounting and financial control, with emphasis on experience in hydrocarbon accounting practices.
• Can demonstrate knowledge of ESG principles, Local Content Policies, and supply chain compliance.
• A practical thinker with the capacity to establish structures and processes while managing a team within existing organisational frameworks
• Proven track record in establishing and managing procurement/AP procedures to support scalable operations.
• Knowledge of commercial purchasing procedures, contracts, negotiation, legal frameworks, and risk management.
• Experience in leading teams, developing capability, and fostering continuous improvement.
• Exposure to complex organisations in KSA and internationally.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher, in Accounting, Business, Finance

DESIRED EDUCATION and/or QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• CPA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications

MINIMUM YEARS EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR JOB ROLE

• 10+ years’ experience in Accounts Payable.

MINIMUM YEARS OF MANAGERIAL EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years' experience in managerial level.