Accounts Payable Controller

G4S

Dubai, UAE

Ref: NP645-30

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

At G4S we are globally the largest provider of security solutions with over 600,000 employees worldwide spanning over 125 countries. The UAE operation is looking to recruit a experienced Accounts Payable Controller to join the Dubai based Finance team.The incumbent will be responsible for managing the accounts payable department and ensuring efficient management of the purchase ledger function and the payment of all company invoices in a timely fashion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ensure the smooth running of the Accounts Payable department
- Perform the month end closing process and reconciliation of the ledgers
- Maintain excellent working relationships with external suppliers
- Ensure the Accounts Payable team are replying to all queries in a timely manner and all queries are dealt with correctly and efficiently
- Provide day to day management of the Purchase Ledger team - motivating and leading the team you will also lead the way in developing processes and efficiencies
- Reconciliation of all vendor accounts and accurate recording of liabilities
- Perform all aspects of the accounts payable function by matching purchase orders to invoices and entering the invoices into the software according to department policies and deadlines. Identify errors or discrepancies and resolve before processing.
- Prepare cheque and online payments, and backup documentation for AP payment requests.
- Reconcile accounts payable related accounts; and submit journal entry requests to the Finance Manager for adjustment to the general ledger.
- Research and resolve any outstanding balances on accounts, including telephone, mail, or email communications with vendors.
- Assist in annual audit by preparing assigned reports or providing documentation as directed by the Finance Manager
- Research and recommend programs, policies and procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the accounts payable function, including new software, internal controls, new electronic payment technologies, and customer service.
- Regular reporting and analysis to senior managers in the business

Requirements

The Successful candidate will be required to have a minimum of 5 years experience in a Accounts Payable function along with a Finance related degree from a recognized institution. You must have a strong processing background, exposure to invoicing in multiple currencies. You must enjoy working in a high Volume and fast paced environment. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are essential.

About the Company

G4S UAE is the largest and fastest growing total security solutions provider. This rapidly growing list of products and services, along with the company's global backing, means that we are uniquely placed to provide quality security solutions throughout the United Arab Emirates.

G4S was the first security company in the UAE to start the detailed work to apply for, and achieve, accreditation to ISO 9001:2008. This involved the identification of all key processes and their documentation to form part of the Quality Manual and the Company was awarded the certificate early March 2003. Our Quality Management System is based on functional responsibilities and objectives being clearly defined to support the fundamental management principal that it is the responsibility of every individual in the organisation to deliver quality service to our customers. We are committed to maintaining the Quality Management System. The key strategic objective is to achieve continuous improvement and innovation in all aspects of our business process.

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