Accountant - Accounts Payable
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About the Role
Wadan Real Estate Development LLC seeks an experienced Accountant - Accounts Payable for their building contracting/construction operations in Dubai. The role requires 4-5 years of UAE contracting company experience and strong knowledge of construction accounting, ERP systems, and UAE VAT regulations.
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Responsibilities
- Manage end to end Accounts Payable cycle for subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers
- Verify subcontractor payment certificates in coordination with Project Managers and QS teams
- Ensure proper validation of LPOs, GRNs, invoices, and supporting documents before processing payments
- Review and reconcile supplier and subcontractor statements regularly
- Process payments in accordance with contractual terms and agreed credit periods
- Maintain retention records, advance payments, and payment schedules
- Coordinate with procurement and project teams to resolve invoice discrepancies
- Prepare payment vouchers and ensure accurate ledger postings
- Monitor aging reports and ensure timely settlement of liabilities
- Handle VAT compliance related to payable transactions as per UAE FTA regulations
- Assist in month end closing activities and prepare AP related reports
- Support internal and external audit requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable within a UAE building contracting company
- Strong knowledge of construction accounting practices (subcontractor payments, retention, WPS coordination, project costing)
- Good understanding of UAE VAT regulations
- Proficiency in ERP systems Oracle ERP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong reconciliation and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Good communication and coordination skills
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Job Summary
- Seeking a detail oriented and experienced Accountant – Accounts Payable with proven experience in a UAE Contracting Company.
- Responsible for managing subcontractor payments, supplier invoices, service payments, and ensuring compliance with contractual terms and UAE regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end to end Accounts Payable cycle for subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers.
- Verify subcontractor payment certificates in coordination with Project Managers and QS teams.
- Ensure proper validation of LPOs, GRNs, invoices, and supporting documents before processing payments.
- Review and reconcile supplier and subcontractor statements regularly.
- Process payments in accordance with contractual terms and agreed credit periods.
- Maintain retention records, advance payments, and payment schedules.
- Coordinate with procurement and project teams to resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Prepare payment vouchers and ensure accurate ledger postings.
- Monitor aging reports and ensure timely settlement of liabilities.
- Handle VAT compliance related to payable transactions as per UAE FTA regulations.
- Assist in month end closing activities and prepare AP related reports.
- Support internal and external audit requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 4 5 years of experience in Accounts Payable within a UAE building contracting company.
- Strong knowledge of construction accounting practices (subcontractor payments, retention, WPS coordination, project costing).
- Good understanding of UAE VAT regulations.
- Proficiency in ERP systems Oracle ERP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong reconciliation and analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience handling high volume subcontractor payments.
- Knowledge of project cost allocation and budget tracking.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced construction environment.
Pay
- AED 5,000.00 AED 7,000.00 per month
Work Location
- In person
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