Accounts Payable Specialist / Executive

Purpose The Accounts Payable Specialist / Executive will take ownership of end-to-end AP activities, including invoice processing, reconciliations, payments, and supplier management. The role goes beyond transaction entry, focusing on ensuring compliance with internal controls, driving efficiency in AP processes, and acting as a key contact for vendors and internal stakeholders.

Context Ooredoo Fintech (OFT) is a fast-growing scale-up on a mission to empower people and businesses across the MENA region with innovative financial solutions. Backed by the strength and heritage of Ooredoo Group and driven by a passionate team, we deliver secure, intuitive money tools through our brands : Ooredoo Money, walletii, and m-Faisaa, serving users in Qatar, Oman, and the Maldives. Working with us presents a unique and exciting opportunity to make a difference and be part of a revolution where we are leveraging financial technology to provide accessible, empowering tools

Role Accountabilities

Own the end-to-end AP cycle : invoice validation, coding, approvals, posting, reconciliations, and payments.

Perform 3-way matching (PO, GRN, Invoice) and investigate / resolve discrepancies.

Ensure adherence to company policies, Delegation of Authority, and compliance with IFRS, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Manage weekly / monthly payment runs, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with treasury cash flow planning.

Reconcile vendor statements and AP sub-ledger with GL balances; promptly address variances.

Act as primary point of contact for vendors, ensuring timely query resolution and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Support month-end and year-end close, including accruals, provisions, and AP reporting schedules.

Contribute to continuous improvement : identify process inefficiencies, propose automation or system enhancements (ERP / Odoo / Oracle / SAP), and implement best practices.

Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and wider Finance teams to strengthen process integration.

Support internal and external audits, ensuring documentation, reconciliations, and controls are in place and effective.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

% of invoices processed within SLA (e.g., 95% within 5 business days).

Accuracy rate of invoice postings and reconciliations.

Timeliness and accuracy of payment runs versus planned schedules.

Vendor query resolution turnaround time (e.g.,

Month-end close : AP-related tasks completed within group deadlines.

Audit findings : zero material AP-related control deficiencies.

Process improvement initiatives implemented annually.

Experience

4–6 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable or Finance Operations.

Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g., Odoo, Oracle, SAP, or similar).

Exposure to multi‑entity, multi‑currency environments preferred.

Demonstrated track record of process improvements or system implementations.

Minimum Entry Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Professional certifications (e.g., AAT, ACCA foundation, CPA part‑qualified) are desirable.

Personal Profile

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to resolve complex AP issues.

Excellent stakeholder management and vendor relationship skills.

High level of integrity and attention to compliance requirements.

Self‑starter with ownership mindset, capable of working independently.

Strong organizational and time‑management skills; able to prioritize in high‑volume environments.

Continuous improvement mindset, open to adopting new technologies and automation.

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