Accounts Payable Manager
Sobha Constructions
Job Overview
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Construction & Real Estate
Experience Level
Senior (5-8 years)
Application Deadline
July 30, 2026
About the Company
Job Description
Sobha Constructions is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead their AP function in a dynamic project-driven environment in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
This role is crucial for driving operational excellence, automation, and financial control within the company. You will be responsible for managing the accounts payable process, ensuring efficiency, and contributing to the financial health of the organization.
Key requirements include 8-12 years of finance experience with strong Accounts Payable leadership exposure, preferably in Construction, EPC, Infrastructure, or large project environments. A professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CMA, MBA Finance, or equivalent is mandatory. Strong SAP/ERP knowledge and hands-on automation experience are essential.
The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and manage transformation initiatives. A solid understanding of GCC financial controls and business practices is also required. Willingness to relocate to Abu Dhabi is necessary.
To apply for this job email your details to careers.abudhabi@sobhaconst.com.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Accounts Payable function
- Manage the AP process in a dynamic project-driven environment
- Drive operational excellence and automation
- Ensure strong financial control
- Manage teams and drive process improvements
- Oversee transformation initiatives
- Ensure understanding of GCC financial controls and business practices
Qualifications
- 8–12 years of finance experience with strong Accounts Payable leadership exposure
- Experience in Construction, EPC, Infrastructure, or large project environments
- Professional qualification – CA, ACCA, CMA, MBA Finance, or equivalent
- Strong SAP/ERP knowledge and hands-on automation experience
- Proven ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and manage transformation initiatives
- Understanding of GCC financial controls and business practices
- Willingness to relocate to Abu Dhabi when required
How to Apply
To apply for this job email your details to careers.abudhabi@sobhaconst.com.
Join Our Communities
The construction industry in Abu Dhabi is a cornerstone of the UAE's economic development, necessitating robust financial management. This Accounts Payable Manager role is instrumental in overseeing a critical financial function within a project-driven environment. Key financial keywords include Accounts Payable leadership, financial controls, SAP/ERP systems, automation, process improvements, and transformation initiatives. The impact of this role is significant, ensuring efficient payment processes, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and contributing to the overall financial health and operational excellence of large-scale construction projects.
Posted Date
July 16, 2026
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