Accounts Payable Specialist

Dhanani Private Equity Group; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dhanani Private Equity Group in the Houston area seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist for an on-site role in Sugar Land, TX. You will process invoices, ensure timely payments, and support month-end close with strong attention to detail.

The role requires AP experience, ERP and Excel skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to improve internal controls and reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting skills with experience in Accounts Payable.
• Understanding of accounting principles and journal entries.
• Ability to assess impact of payables on cash flow and budgeting.
• Proven experience with high-volume transaction processing.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Code invoices, match purchase orders, and post journal entries.
• Maintain detailed records of expense reports and payments.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Cash flow awareness

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

Dhanani Private Equity Group (DPEG) is a Houston-area real estate development and private equity firm offering investment opportunities across multifamily, retail shopping centers, office buildings, land, hotels, and convenience stores. The firm focuses on development and acquisition strategies that have historically delivered strong annual returns, targeting 20–35% and frequently exceeding this range. Recent exited projects have produced weighted-average annual returns between 20% and 47%, reflecting disciplined investment and portfolio management. DPEG operates from its corporate office in Stafford, TX, and maintains an active pipeline of projects for investors. The organization values financial performance, transparency, and long‑term relationships with stakeholders.

Role Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Sugar Land, TX. This role is responsible for processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments, and reconciling accounts payable transactions in alignment with company policies. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing and coding invoices, matching purchase orders, preparing and posting journal entries, and maintaining detailed records of expense reports and payments. The specialist will collaborate with accounting, finance, and operational teams to resolve discrepancies, respond to vendor inquiries, and support month-end and year-end close activities. The role also involves assisting with process improvements, maintaining compliance with internal controls, and supporting audits as needed.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong accounting skills, including experience with Accounts Payable processes, Accounting principles, and Journal Entries (Accounting).
• Candidates should possess finance-related skills, including Finance knowledge and the ability to understand the impact of payables on cash flow and budgeting.
• Candidates should possess analytical skills, including Analytical Skills for reviewing transactions, identifying variances, and resolving discrepancies.
• Candidates should possess expense management skills, including experience handling Expense Reports and related documentation.
• Proficiency with accounting/ERP software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage high volumes of transactions under deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Prior experience in real estate, private equity, or multi-entity corporate environments is a plus.