Treasury and Accounts Payable Analyst

Overview:
Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, The First Group is a dynamic, integrated global
property developer with a fast-growing portfolio of upscale hotels,
residential properties, F&B brands and real estate asset management services.
Since our launch in ‎2005, we have carved a highly successful niche offering
unrivalled property investment opportunities in high-growth markets to clients
from more than ‎70 countries worldwide.

We were among the first developers to identify the tremendous potential in
providing private investors the opportunity to purchase hotel guestrooms,
suites and serviced apartments in our collection of upscale properties located
in highly popular locations across Dubai. We back up our success with a list
of International Property awards along with strategic partnerships with
companies such as Wyndham Hotel group, Millennium Hotels, Emirates Airlines
and Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts.

To successful candidates, we offer a diverse progressive corporate working
environment with clear growth potential along with award winning sales &
marketing tools, a state of the art showroom featuring Dubai's only virtual
helicopter tour and endorsements from a number of international sporting
celebrities.

Job Description:
Support the Treasury/Finance department responsibilities in relation to
processes, procedures, applicable rules and regulations. The AP analyst will
be responsible for processing the day-to-day operations of the AP department
in a fast-paced and dynamic real estate development, asset management and
hospitality group. Responsible for processing and ensuring the accurate and
timely payment of invoices and expenses. This includes coding, processing, and
reconciling vendor payments, maintaining vendor records, and ensuring
compliance with internal controls and financial and banking policies.
* Process all payment requests in a timely and accurate manner.
* Review requests and resolve any discrepancies.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and information.
* Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial and banking policies.
* Assist with the preparation of all reports.
* Respond to all types of inquiries and resolve payment issues.
* Processing vendor registrations
* Updating trackers and status reports
* Work well with other team members and work as one team
* Continuously review and recommend improvements to the accounts payable process.
* Managing increasingly high volumes of email requests and responses
Desired Skill & Expertise:
* Minimum of ‎5 years of experience in Accounts Payable team
* Strong understanding of accounting and banking principles and regulations
* Excellent organizational and time management skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in high-volume transactions
* Proficient in Microsoft Office/Excel skills
* Ability to think critically and solve problems effectively
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Can-do attitude
* Works well with others with a positive attitude
* Flexible
* Experience in presenting reports to management
* Experience in dealing independently with internal/ external auditors
* Ability to clearly and concisely articulate messages in a professional manner
* Accountability for function
* Understanding of group legal organisation structures with many entities