• Job Description

  Req#: 28587
  Overview
  
  
  Founded in 1965 by Mack Pogue as Lincoln Property Company, Willow Bridge Property Company is one of the United States’ most respected full-service residential property companies, operating a successful portfolio in 75 markets. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Willow Bridge proudly employs over 5,500 team members, has built over 200,000 apartments and manages 220,000 units for its clients. To learn more, visit willowbridgepc.com.
  We create places people want to call home — starting with you.
  With decades of proven success, Willow Bridge is a national leader in residential property management and development, active in 29 states and managing more than 230,000 apartment homes across the U.S.
  At Willow Bridge, our purpose drives everything we do. Whether you’re launching your career or looking to take the next step, we’re here to support your growth with intention, flexibility, and real opportunities to make an impact.
  We’re currently hiring for a Accounts Payable Manager — someone who brings fresh thinking, follows through, and knows how to bring people together to get results. We value people who lead by listening, communicate with clarity, and take initiative to find better ways forward. If you're someone who believes in showing up with integrity, working collaboratively, and driving positive change, you’ll feel right at home here.
  Let’s grow together at Willow Bridge.
  
  Responsibilities
  
  
  • Manage AP staff to include making sure all staff is handling the AP procedures as instructed.
  • Set standards for AP procedures and weekly check processing for all teams.
  • Serve as primary AP/Accounting contact with internal staff, Business Managers, and fee-managed clients as needed.
  • Notification of issues as they occur to work to resolve with all parties connected to the entity.
  • Responsible for weekly full-cycle AP process for over 300 entities through all systems and deciding how to divide workload between team members.
  • Review cash balances connected to AP Register to ensure no overpayments.
  • Manage all void and cancel check process in accordance with policy.
  • Prepare monthly admin AP reporting in connection and direction of the Controller.
  • Review batches, invoices, and support submitted by the field office for proper approvals, vendor, and amounts.
  • Post batches in the accoutnign system which have been submitted by the field offices.
  • Confirm all checks have accurate bank account numbers and appropriate signatures.
  • Ensure cash balacnes are maintained and checks are not releasedif funds are not available.
  • Manage bi-weekly payroll and corporate expense reimbursement process from download to JE on each entity books.
  • Support the payroll upload and payment processing of Property Accountants as needed.
  • Coordinate the payment and distribution of all check, emergency checks and off cycle check processes.
  • Maintain full ownership of your AP portfolio responsibilities and othe rduties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Assist in 1099 preparation as needed.
  • Assist in loading positive pay files to the bank if needed.
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is preferred.
  • 2-4 years of prior professional Accounts Payable experience
  • Accounting experience in real estate management environment is preferred but not required.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel is preferred.
  • Knowledge of JD Edwards, Yardi, MRI, RealPage or similar accounting software is preferred.
  • Excellent analytical and research skills.
  • Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines is a must.
  • Detail oriented with strong documentation skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  Benefits
  Willow Bridge Property Company offers competitive pay, a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and 401(k) and opportunities for career development and advancement.
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is preferred.
  • 2-4 years of prior professional Accounts Payable experience
  • Accounting experience in real estate management environment is preferred but not required.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel is preferred.
  • Knowledge of JD Edwards, Yardi, MRI, RealPage or similar accounting software is preferred.
  • Excellent analytical and research skills.
  • Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines is a must.
  • Detail oriented with strong documentation skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  Benefits
  Willow Bridge Property Company offers competitive pay, a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and 401(k) and opportunities for career development and advancement.
  
  
  • Manage AP staff to include making sure all staff is handling the AP procedures as instructed.
  • Set standards for AP procedures and weekly check processing for all teams.
  • Serve as primary AP/Accounting contact with internal staff, Business Managers, and fee-managed clients as needed.
  • Notification of issues as they occur to work to resolve with all parties connected to the entity.
  • Responsible for weekly full-cycle AP process for over 300 entities through all systems and deciding how to divide workload between team members.
  • Review cash balances connected to AP Register to ensure no overpayments.
  • Manage all void and cancel check process in accordance with policy.
  • Prepare monthly admin AP reporting in connection and direction of the Controller.
  • Review batches, invoices, and support submitted by the field office for proper approvals, vendor, and amounts.
  • Post batches in the accoutnign system which have been submitted by the field offices.
  • Confirm all checks have accurate bank account numbers and appropriate signatures.
  • Ensure cash balacnes are maintained and checks are not releasedif funds are not available.
  • Manage bi-weekly payroll and corporate expense reimbursement process from download to JE on each entity books.
  • Support the payroll upload and payment processing of Property Accountants as needed.
  • Coordinate the payment and distribution of all check, emergency checks and off cycle check processes.
  • Maintain full ownership of your AP portfolio responsibilities and othe rduties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Assist in 1099 preparation as needed.
  • Assist in loading positive pay files to the bank if needed.

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