Accounts Payable Manager

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Associates, Inc. in Houston seeks an Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-volume AP function within a fast-paced accounting operation.

You will manage day-to-day AP, develop a small team, ensure accurate invoice processing and timely payments, and partner with leadership on month-end close and controls. This role offers growth with a growing organization and exposure to multi-client accounting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in high-volume invoice processing environments.
• Solid understanding of AP processes and internal controls.
• Experience supporting month-end close and reconciliations is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving mindset.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable for a high-volume, multi-client operation.
• Lead and develop a small AP team with focus on accuracy and timely processing.
• Oversee processing of thousands of invoices and recurring payments monthly.
• Review invoice coding, approvals, and payments while maintaining controls.
• Handle vendor setup and documentation to ensure compliance.
• Partner with accounting leadership to support month-end close and reconciliations.
• Assist onboarding of new clients and AP transitions.
• Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors for timely issue resolution.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume invoice processing

AP processes

Month-end close

Internal controls

Team development

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

A rapidly growing company in the property management/community association management industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager to lead its AP function within a fast-paced, high-volume accounting operation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AP professional who enjoys improving processes, leading a team, and ensuring accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.

This organization has experienced significant year-over-year growth and continues to add new clients, creating an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing accounting organization.

What You'll Do

• Manage the day-to-day Accounts Payable function for a high-volume, multi-client accounting operation.
• Lead and develop a small AP team while ensuring accuracy, accountability, and timely invoice processing.
• Oversee the processing of thousands of invoices and recurring payments each month.
• Review invoice coding, approvals, and payment processing while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Manage vendor setup and maintenance, ensuring required documentation and compliance standards are met.
• Partner with accounting leadership to support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and other accounting-related tasks.
• Assist with onboarding new clients by coordinating AP transitions and recurring vendor obligations.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, automate processes, and increase departmental efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure exceptional service and timely issue resolution.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience working in a high-volume invoice processing environment.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and accounting principles.
• Experience supporting month-end close activities, reconciliations, or other general accounting functions is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, process-improvement mindset.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a company experiencing 30% year-over-year growth with strong long-term stability.
• Opportunity to lead and improve a critical accounting function while helping support continued expansion.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with exposure to accounting operations and leadership.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), and health benefits.