Supervisor - Accounts Payable - UAE

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WPP

Mumbai

Hybrid

Posted April 17, 2026

Job Description

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.

We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.

We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

For more information, visit WPP.com.

What you'll be doing:

Team Leadership and Management:

Supervise, mentor, and train a team of Accounts Payable Specialists.
Delegate tasks effectively and monitor team performance against established goals and KPIs.
Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
Address and resolve employee issues and concerns promptly and effectively.
Ensure adequate staffing levels and manage team schedules.

P2P Process Oversight:

Oversee the entire Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, from purchase requisition to payment disbursement.
Vendor Management & Satisfaction: Respond to 100% vendor queries within 24 hours (maximum 48 hours). Maintain strong vendor relationships and minimise escalations.
Reconciliation & Accuracy: Ensure 99% accuracy in vendor reconciliations. Proactively resolve discrepancies and prevent payment delays.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the P2P cycle.
Monitor and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and payments.
Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g., Purchasing, Receiving, Finance) to ensure smooth P2P operations.

Compliance and Controls:

Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.
Participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
Stay up-to-date on changes in accounting regulations and best practices.

Reporting and Analysis:

Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, payment forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Identify trends and anomalies in accounts payable data and recommend corrective actions.
Provide timely and accurate information to management as requested.

Problem Solving and Issue Resolution:

Serve as a point of escalation for complex accounts payable issues.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, errors, and other problems in a timely and efficient manner.
Develop and implement solutions to prevent recurring issues.

System Management:

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