Accounts Payable Accountant - Safari Group, Riyadh

Safari Group is currently inviting applications for the position of Accounts Payable Accountant at its headquarters in Riyadh. This role presents an excellent opportunity for skilled accountants seeking to join a professional and dynamic work environment within a prominent company operating in the Saudi market.

Job Overview

The Accounts Payable Accountant will be an integral part of the group's finance department. This role focuses on managing the entire accounts payable cycle with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring the integrity of financial transactions and compliance with established financial policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Invoice Processing: Accurately receive, review, index, and code vendor and third-party invoices, verifying them against purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Verification & Posting: Ensure necessary approvals for payments are obtained according to the organizational hierarchy, and post approved invoices into the financial system correctly and in a timely manner.
• Payment Preparation: Assist in preparing supplier payments (checks, bank transfers) according to a scheduled timeline, maintaining accurate records for all transactions.
• Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliation of accounts payable ledgers, match relevant bank statements, and resolve any discrepancies or vendor inquiries.
• Vendor Relations: Communicate professionally with suppliers to address their account-related queries and coordinate payment details.
• Compliance & Archiving: Ensure compliance with tax regulations and local/internal policies, and maintain an organized and secure archive of all financial documents.
• Reporting Support: Contribute to the preparation of periodic accounts payable reports and provide support during internal or external audit processes.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven work experience of 2 to 4 years in an accounts payable function, preferably within a large company or business group.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), with experience using common accounting/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Integrity and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Language: Proficiency in both Arabic and English.

What Safari Group Offers

Joining Safari Group means working in a stimulating environment that supports professional growth. While specific details of the compensation package were not mentioned in the listing, roles within such established groups typically come with competitive benefits aligned with the Riyadh job market standards.

How to Apply

Applications for this position are accepted exclusively through the Naukrigulf platform. Please search for the job listing titled "Accounts Payable Accountant jobs in Safari Group in Riyadh" on the Naukrigulf website or app. Ensure your Curriculum Vitae (CV) is updated to highlight your relevant accounts payable experience and the skills mentioned above, and attach it along with a brief cover letter stating your motivation for applying.

Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications at the earliest, as the position may close once a suitable number of candidates have been identified.