Senior AP & GL Accountant

Job Purpose

Responsible for managing Accounts Payable (AP) and General Ledger (GL) activities, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, maintaining accounting records, and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process and verify vendor invoices and ensure proper supporting documentation and approvals are in place.

• Prepare payment requests and monitor timely payments to suppliers.

• Maintain and reconcile Accounts Payable balances and supplier statements.

• Maintain and update General Ledger accounts and ensure accurate accounting records.

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, provisions, prepayments, and adjustments.

• Perform fixed assets accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations.

• Assist in intercompany reconciliations and related accounting entries.

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Prepare and review account reconciliations and investigate variances.

• Ensure proper classification and recording of expenses, revenues, and other financial transactions.

• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and management reports.

• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.

• Assist in preparing financial statements and related disclosures.

• Coordinate with procurement, operations, and other departments to resolve accounting-related issues.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.

• Perform any finance and accounting duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable (AP) and General Ledger (GL) Accounting.

• Experience in the Power, Utilities, Energy, Manufacturing, or Industrial sectors is preferred.

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Languages

• English and Arabic.

Required Competencies

• Communication Skills.

• Strong Analytical Skills.

• Problem Solving.

• Business Awareness.

• Attention to Detail and Accuracy.

• Time Management.

• Excellent Computer and ERP Skills.

• Numerical and Financial Analysis Skills.

• Ability to Work Under Pressure and Meet Deadlines.

• Teamwork and Collaboration.