Senior Accounts Payable Accountant

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Accountant to lead the end‑to‑end AP function for a leading retail manufacturing company in Jeddah. The role ensures accurate processing of supplier invoices, employee expenses and timely payments while supporting month‑end and year‑end closing activities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full Accounts Payable cycle, including invoice validation, three‑way matching and payment proposal preparation.
• Coordinate with Treasury to ensure timely supplier payments.
• Reconcile supplier accounts, resolve discrepancies and monitor AP ageing.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing, including accruals and AP‑to‑GL reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, Saudi VAT, withholding tax, ZATCA and internal controls.
• Prepare AP reports, assist internal and external audits, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Drive process improvements and support enhancements to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in an Accounts Payable function.
• Strong background in supplier reconciliations, accruals, month‑end close and AP controls.
• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, distribution or other high‑volume environments preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations preferred.
• Good knowledge of Saudi VAT, withholding tax, ZATCA requirements and IFRS.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• High attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities and a continuous‑improvement mindset.

Required skills

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
• Microsoft Excel (advanced)
• IFRS
• Saudi VAT
• Withholding tax
• ZATCA compliance