AP Accountant

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 2 years of hands-on UAE experience specifically in Accounts Payable, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, trading, or diversified group companies. • Demonstrated experience in supplier invoice processing, PO/GRN matching, vendor reconciliations, payment preparation, AP aging, general ledger entries, and month-end closing, with working knowledge of UAE VAT regulations. • Practical experience using accounting/ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Tally, or similar platforms, along with strong MS Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial reconciliations. • Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy, organizational skills, and the ability to manage high-volume transactions, meet strict payment deadlines, communicate professionally with suppliers, and coordinate effectively with internal departments.

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Position Title: AP Accountant Employment Type: Full Time Salary: up to 4,000 AED inclusive depending on experience and qualifications Job Location: Umm Al Quwain, UAE About the Client: A pioneering petrochemical manufacturer and trader of paints, coatings, resins, adhesives, and construction chemicals with factories and operations spanning the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. Job Description: • Handle the complete AP cycle and ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions in the ERP system. • Prepare supplier statement reconciliations, monitor outstanding balances, resolve invoice and payment discrepancies, and process supplier payments according to approved credit terms, payment schedules, and company authorization procedures. • Maintain accurate AP ledgers, prepare accounts payable aging reports, support monthly and year-end closing activities, reconcile vendor accounts, and ensure proper VAT treatment, documentation, and compliance with UAE accounting and tax requirements. • Coordinate closely with Procurement, Warehouse, Finance, and suppliers to resolve discrepancies, verify supporting documentation, prevent duplicate or unauthorized payments, and support internal/external audits while maintaining strong financial controls.