Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable

JOB PURPOSE: Process SEVEN's supplier invoices and payment runs within the Accounting & Operations function. Verify invoice accuracy, coding, and approvals before settlement. Support the Manager in maintaining accurate and controlled payables records.

Requirements

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payment runs to ensure accurate and timely settlement of SEVEN's obligations
• Verify invoice accuracy, purchase order matching, and approval authority before payment release to prevent unauthorized settlement
• Maintain vendor master records and payables ledgers to ensure complete and reliable supplier data
• Prepare payables reconciliations and accrual schedules to support accurate period-end reporting
• Track invoice ageing and pending approvals to prevent late payments and maintain supplier relationships
• Examine exception reports and duplicate-payment alerts to identify processing errors for correction
• Support audit requests and payables queries to enable timely resolution and audit readiness

Innovation & Creativity — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Independently applies knowledge and skills to generate and implement innovative ideas that lead to tangible results and improvements
• Demonstrates a solid understanding of the principles and techniques of innovation and creativity, using various tools and methodologies
• Provides guidance and support to junior employees, sharing best practices, and promoting a culture of innovation within the team or organization

Collaborative Communication — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Works effectively as a member of a team, actively contributing to team goals and outcomes
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills, listens actively, and values diverse perspectives
• Collaborates with team members, sharing information, resources, and expertise to achieve common objectives
• Builds positive relationships within the team and fosters a supportive and collaborative team environment

Outcome Orientation — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Independently sets clear and challenging goals, aligning them with desired outcomes
• Prioritizes tasks effectively, managing time and resources efficiently to maximize productivity
• Pays attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in work outputs
• Proactively identifies and addresses problems or obstacles to achieve desired results
• Demonstrates a result-oriented mindset, taking ownership of outcomes and seeking continuous improvement

Guest-Centric Growth — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Consistently delivers exceptional service to customers, exceeding their expectations
• Responds promptly and effectively to customer inquiries, requests, or concerns
• Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with customers
• Actively seeks feedback from customers to identify areas for improvement and enhance customer satisfaction

Accounts Payable and General Ledger Management — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Explains the accounts payable process, including procedures for handling exceptions, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records
• Calculates complex invoices, including discounts, taxes, and multiple currencies, and ensure accurate posting to the general ledger
• Prepares detailed reconciliations, including analysis of differences and adjustments to resolve discrepancies

Accounting Standards and Practices — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Develops and updates accounting policies and procedures, ensuring clarity and consistency across the organization
• Designs and implements internal controls for specific accounting processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting

Insurance and Enterprise Risk Management — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Develops and implements basic fraud prevention measures, including anti-fraud policies and procedures
• Develops and implements basic risk management strategies, including risk assessment and mitigation

Financial Contract Management — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Applies understanding of financial terms and conditions to specific contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Builds relationships with stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and issue resolution

Data Gathering & Assessment — Proficiency Level: Proficient

• Develops and implements comprehensive data collection strategies, leveraging a variety of sources and techniques. Ensures data collection processes are efficient, scalable, and aligned with customer experience objectives
• Develops and implements comprehensive data governance policies and procedures to ensure data integrity. Proactively monitors data quality and implements robust data validation processes

Knowledge & Experience KNOWLEDGE Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Field: Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Professional Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) — preferred
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) — preferred
• Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) membership — preferred

Experience Required Experience

• Minimum Years of Relevant Experience: 4 years
• Industry Experience (Preferred): Accounts payable or transactional finance experience in structured organizations