Accounts Payable Lead Lucidya

Why this role matters:

With the high-scale we re experiencing, the time has come to level up our AP processes. We re looking for a superstar to own the end-to-end AP cycle across invoice processing, payments, vendor management, Travel & Expense (T&E) management, system expertise and stakeholder management across global operations.

This role would report directly to the Finance Director. The role will be on-site in our Riyadh office.

What You ll Do:

Accounts Payable Operations

• Oversee end-to-end AP lifecycle including PO & Non-PO invoices, 2-way / 3-way matching, corrections, and reconciliations
• Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments across domestic and international markets
• Own AP month-end close activities, accruals, provisions, GRIR clearing, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Handle payment runs, rejections, reprocessing, and bank reconciliations

Travel & Expense (T&E) Management

• Oversee T&E processing using our internal tools & systems
• Ensure compliance with company expense policies and audit requirements
• Work with the HRBP and wider HR team to manage escalations and employee queries related to T&E

Vendor & Procurement Coordination

• Work with Procurement regarding vendor queries and escalations
• Coordinate with Procurement on PO creation, amendments, contracts, and vendor onboarding
• Support in spend analysis and cost optimization initiatives

Team Leadership & Governance

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing AP team
• Monitor SLAs, TATs, productivity, and quality metrics
• Conduct QC audits, RCA, and implement corrective actions
• Drive SOP creation and process standardization

Systems & Controls

• Work on ERP and workflow systems (Netsuite, ZenHR, Hubspot)
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit, and IFRS/SOX requirements
• Support with system migrations and process improvements

Who You Are:

• You have between 8 - 10 years of AP experience, preferably in multi-regional or global organizations
• You have strong expertise in AP, Payments, T&E, and Procurement Operations
• You have a deep understanding of PO / Non-PO processing and accrual accounting
• You re able to juggle communication between different stakeholders and exhibit strong leadership capabilities
• You have strong reporting and analytical capabilities
• You have strong working knowledge of VAT and WHT principles

What success would look like for you:

• On-time and accurate payments
• Strong audit outcomes
• SLA adherence and vendor satisfaction
• Process efficiency and team engagement

What our hiring process looks like:

• Screening call with our TA team
• Technical interview with our Finance team
• Interview with our CFO
• Offer