Accounts Payable Accountant

Job Description

Company Description Store Makers – Middle East brings together JWP Technical Services, HDD Interiors, and umdasch under one unified brand as of January 1, 2022. This combination creates a leading powerhouse for retail interiors in the Middle East, known for its scale and strong reputation in the market. The company focuses on delivering innovative and high-quality interior solutions for retail environments. Team members join a dynamic, growth-oriented organization that values collaboration, professionalism, and service excellence.

Role Description

• Perform daily bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of outstanding items.  
• Manage and reconcile company petty cash accounts, including foreign currency transactions.  
• Provide support to the Finance & Accounting Manager (FAM) on financial and operational matters as required.  
• Review and validate supplier invoices to ensure compliance with UAE invoicing and VAT regulations.  
• Accurately record and upload invoices into the accounting system.  
• Monitor, verify, and process employee expense claims, ensuring appropriate approvals are obtained.  
• Prepare and execute bank payment runs in accordance with approved payment schedules.  
• Process electronic fund transfers and other payment transactions in a timely manner.  
• Prepare and administer cheque payments while ensuring adherence to company policies and deadlines.  
• Record financial transactions in journals, ledgers, and accounting records with a high degree of accuracy.  
• Reconcile accounts payable balances and supplier statements of account (SOA) to ensure completeness and accuracy.  
• Monitor outstanding payables and ensure timely settlement of vendor obligations.  
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor queries.  
• Review and reconcile corporate credit card transactions, ensuring proper documentation and approval.  
• Maintain effective communication with vendors and respond promptly to inquiries.  
• Generate monthly financial reports related to accounts payable, vendor balances, payments, payroll, and cash management.  
• Lead month-end closing activities related to cash, bank accounts, and accounts payable functions.  
• Conduct VAT reconciliations and prepare accurate and timely VAT return submissions to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).  
• Prepare month end closing activities which includes performing detailed General Ledger (GL) reviews and analyses to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records 
• Lead and coordinate statutory audits, liaising with external auditors and ensuring compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance financial controls, processes, and reporting efficiency. 

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Organized 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or at least 3-year experience in Accounting 
• Attention to detail and accuracy 
• Confidentiality 
• Good verbal and communication skills 
• Problem-solving skills 
• Ability to meet deadlines 
• Knowledge of general accounting principles 
• Knowledge of relevant accounting software 
• Proficient in data entry and management. 
• Proficient in Excel and ability to learn ERP systems