Role summary
The Role
The company is hiring an Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable to join its finance department in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The position sits within the accounts payable function and carries supervisory responsibility for a team. The focus is on accurate, timely processing of invoices and payments, vendor management, and compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities
Required Qualifications and Experience
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Supervise the accounts payable team to ensure invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.
- Review and approve vendor invoices in line with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Manage communications with vendors and internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
- Maintain accurate vendor records in the accounting system.
- Conduct regular audits of accounts payable transactions to verify that internal controls are followed.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
- Prepare reports and analyse accounts payable data to identify trends and process improvement opportunities.
- Monitor developments in best practices and regulatory requirements relevant to accounts payable.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of six years of experience in accounts payable, finance, or a related function.
- Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and financial regulations.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a team.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks concurrently.