Accounts Payable Manager

Industry:
Real Estate / Property Management
Schedule:
Hybrid
Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$100,000-135,000 (plus annual bonus)
Overview Of Accounts Payable Manager Role
A well-established and highly stable real estate management organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead and evolve its property-related AP function. This organization manages a large, diverse residential portfolio, and is known for strong employee tenure, thoughtful leadership, and long-term stability. The Accounts Payable manager will oversee a high volume of monthly invoices, roughly 10,000 with a team of direct and indirect reports totaling 20 individuals.
This is more than a manager role. It’s an opportunity for someone who wants to shape processes, influence how the department operates, and be heard. Leadership is looking for a proactive problem-solver who can drive improvements, streamline workflows, and elevate the AP function.
Why This Role Stands Out

• Stable organization with long-standing employee tenure
• Hybrid schedule offering flexibility and work-life balance
• High-visibility role with real influence on process and department direction
• Leadership that values input, ideas, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in a well-established operation

Key Responsibilities Of Accounts Payable Manager

• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable operations for a multi-property portfolio
• Assign properties and workloads to AP specialists and evaluate team performance
• Review invoice coding, approvals, and payment accuracy
• Monitor AP workflow and resolve escalated issues and discrepancies
• Coordinate payment timing with property and senior management
• Process vendor payments, management fees, mortgage payments, and non-vendor disbursements
• Handle internal transfers, wire payments, and banking-related functions
• Manage vendor communications and provide proof of payment as needed
• Oversee monthly AP reporting and reconciliation activities
• Partner with leadership to identify efficiencies and improve AP processes

Qualifications Of Accounts Payable Manager

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of accounts payable management or senior AP experience
• Experience with Avid is a must
• Real estate or property management experience
• Strong Excel and general MS Office skills
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities

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