Accounting & Accounts Payable Manager

Nolan Living•Leawood, KS

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting & AP Manager to oversee accounts payable operations and broader accounting functions across corporate and property-level entities. This role combines leadership in AP workflow management with responsibility for financial reporting, compliance, and team development. The position offers exposure to property operations and corporate management, with regular interaction with senior leadership and opportunities for upward mobility. About the Company Our company is a vertically integrated owner and operator of residential communities throughout the United States. With a 30-year history of successfully acquiring and repositioning residential communities, we currently own and manage more than 6,000 units across 27 communities and employ over 250 professionals across investments, property management, construction management, asset management, finance, accounting, HR, and marketing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including AP management and supervisory responsibilities.
Real estate or property management industry experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
Proficiency with ERP systems (Yardi or MRI strongly preferred).
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Enthusiastic and motivated to succeed in a fast-paced setting.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.
Real estate or property management industry experience preferred.
Proficiency with ERP systems (Yardi or MRI strongly preferred).

Responsibilities

Supervise AP Associates and oversee daily operations of the AP department.
Ensure invoices are processed accurately and paid on time.
Manage vendor relationships, resolve escalated inquiries, and oversee vendor performance.
Administer AP systems (e.g., Concur, Paymode-X, Bottomline, SmartAP).
Coordinate company credit card programs and expense reimbursement procedures.
Monitor KPIs, prepare for audits, and maintain compliance with internal policies.
Analyze account balances, prepare reconciliations, and propose adjusting entries.
Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analyses.
Support debt covenant reporting, DSCR schedules, and intercompany reconciliations.
Assist with system upgrades and maintain documentation.
Assist with account budgets for new acquisitions and annual portfolio budgets.
Provide financial modeling and ad-hoc analytics to support decision-making.
Collaborate with leadership on forecasting and performance tracking.
Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering professional growth.
Implement cross-training programs and SOPs to strengthen team capabilities.
Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains.
Drive adoption of new technologies and accounting best practices.