Interim Accounts Payable Manager

CFS; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Winter Park, FL seeks an Interim Accounts Payable Manager to lead and scale the AP function during a growth phase. This hands-on leadership role partners with accounting leadership to drive process improvements, manage vendor relationships, and ensure timely close.

You will oversee day-to-day AP operations, mentor the AP team, and implement controls to support expanding real estate activities. Onsite, with a focus on operational excellence and scalability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing an Accounts Payable team in a complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of AP operations, vendor management and controls.
• Experience with Sage, RealPage, Entrata or similar ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and accountability for the AP team.
• Monitor AP aging, invoice processing, payments, and workload.
• Review and enhance AP processes, controls, and vendor management.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Property Management, Development, and Construction teams.
• Document procedures, identify automation opportunities, and scale the dept.

Skills

Accounts payable leadership

Team leadership

Process improvement

ERP systems expertise

Tools

Sage

RealPage

Entrata

Job description

Pay: $30.00–$40.00/hour

Location: Winter Park, FL | Onsite

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This Interim Accounts Payable Manager role offers a chance to join a growing real estate company focused on quality housing. With a vertical business model and expanding portfolio, the company is investing in operational excellence and strengthening its accounting infrastructure for growth.

In this visible leadership role, you'll partner with accounting leadership, guide the AP team, improve processes, and help establish a scalable accounts payable function during a key growth phase.

This position suits someone who enjoys building structure, leading change, and balancing strategic improvements with hands‑on operational support.

Key Responsibilities of the Interim Accounts Payable Manager

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, direction, and accountability for the accounts payable team as the Interim Accounts Payable Manager
• Monitor AP aging, invoice processing, payment activity, and department workload while ensuring timely issue resolution as the Interim Accounts Payable Manager
• Review and enhance accounts payable processes, internal controls, approval workflows, and vendor management procedures as the Interim Accounts Payable Manager
• Partner with Accounting, Property Management, Development, and Construction teams to support operational objectives and month‑end close activities as the Interim Accounts Payable Manager
• Document procedures, identify automation opportunities, establish performance expectations, and prepare the department for long‑term scalability as the Interim Accounts Payable Manager

Qualifications For The Interim Accounts Payable Manager

• 5+ years of experience managing an Accounts Payable team within a complex, multi‑entity environment
• Strong knowledge of AP operations, vendor management, payment controls, process improvement, and team leadership
• Experience with Sage, RealPage, Entrata, or similar ERP systems; strong systems aptitude required

What You'll Gain as the Interim Accounts Payable Manager

• Opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact within a growing organization
• High visibility with accounting leadership and operational stakeholders
• Ability to influence process improvements, automation initiatives, and departmental structure
• Hands‑on leadership role with both strategic and operational responsibilities
• Exposure to real estate, development, construction, and property management operations

Who Thrives as the Interim Accounts Payable Manager

The ideal Interim Accounts Payable Manager is a hands‑on leader who quickly assesses departments, sets priorities, and drives results. They enjoy mentoring, improving processes, resolving challenges, and building structure in growing organizations. Candidates comfortable in evolving environments and working alongside teams will excel.

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