Team Lead - Account Payable (Offshore) - Construction Industry

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Compliance

• Align AP processes with Group Finance strategy and ensure compliance with IFRS, UAE VAT, and internal controls.
• Lead process improvements, automation, and digitization initiatives in coordination with UAE FSSC.

Operational Management

• Oversee daily AP activities: invoice processing, GRIR closure, vendor reconciliations, and payments.
• Ensure timely monthly closings, accruals, and vendor advance tracking.
• Validate vendor documentation per UAE regulations and support accurate payment release.
• Monitor dashboards and resolve backlogs in collaboration with UAE teams.
• Generate KPIs, MIS reports, and conduct weekly progress meetings with the UAE AP team.

Process Improvement

• Analyze invoice-to-payment cycle times and eliminate process bottlenecks.
• Drive automation and system enhancements (OCR, exception routing, etc.) with ERP/IT teams.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified CA / ACCA
• 5–7 years of AP experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Strong expertise in D365 / Oracle or similar ERP systems

Skills Required

• Knowledge of IFRS, UAE VAT, and AP workflows
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics)
• Strong analytical, reporting, and stakeholder coordination skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs200,000.00 - Rs300,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person