The Hire Solution has partnered with a national property management organization for the position of Accounts Payable Manager at their Dallas-based corporate office. The experienced Accounts Payable Manager is to oversee the daily operations, strategy, and performance of a growing AP function. This leader will guide an AP team while enhancing processes, systems, and controls to support organizational growth. The ideal candidate is highly organized, improvement-oriented, and comfortable partnering with both operational leaders and senior finance executives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end Accounts Payable function, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal standards.
• Develop staff capabilities through coaching, cross-training, and structured performance management.
• Lead initiatives to streamline workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, and strengthen internal controls.
• Monitor ticket queues, service metrics, and processing volumes, ensuring team responsiveness and accountability.
• Manage and refine AP technology tools—including Coupa and ERP systems—through configuration, optimization, and upgrades.
• Collaborate with the broader accounting and finance teams to align AP processes with organizational objectives.
• Participate in system implementations, enhancements, and integrations related to purchasing and invoice processing.
• Provide guidance on invoice coding and PO compliance, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately.
• Prepare and communicate analyses, insights, and recommendations to senior-level stakeholders.
• Support special projects and additional assignments as business needs evolve.

Skills

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Deep knowledge of AP lifecycle processes, GL coding, and PO-driven workflows.
• Hands-on experience with large, automated accounting systems; Coupa expertise required.
• High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office tools.
• Comfortable presenting data-driven insights to both financial and operational audiences.
• Proven ability to operate successfully in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments.
• Strong judgment, professionalism, and commitment to accuracy.
• Continuous-improvement mindset with the ability to drive organizational change.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong planning, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of accounts payable experience.
• At least 3 years leading AP teams.
• Coupa experience (1+ years) required.
• Experience with ManageEngine ticketing systems a plus.
• Knowledge of Dynamics GP, D365, or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Experience in a multi-location or complex organizational structure highly valued.
• Prior exposure to SOX environments is beneficial.
• Standard Monday–Friday schedule, typically 40+ hours per week.
• Ability to work additional hours to meet period-end deadlines.
• In-office presence required Monday through Thursday; most Fridays currently remote (subject to business needs).

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending and health savings account options
• Life insurance
• Professional development support