Development AP Specialist

The Michaels Organization • Camden, NJ

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives – ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day. The Development AP Specialist plays a critical role in the project development workflow. This position possesses experience with accounting software with a focus on Real Page Accounting and Real Page Job Cost, a proactive and innovative approach to the work, demonstrates resourcefulness, independent thinking and self-motivation. The position will also have a forwarding looking perspective on the use of technology such as AI and how to incorporate emerging technology into the workflow to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Requirements

• 2-3 years experience
• HS diploma required
• Experience with accounting software and all platforms with a focus on Real Page.
• Proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets
• Analytical mindset
• A proactive and innovative approach to the work, demonstrates resourcefulness, independent thinking and self- motivation.
• Adopt and integrate technology into the development workflow to improve accuracy and efficiency

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree desired

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the development team
• Full cycle Accounts Payable
• Data entry & Coding
• Maintain vendor records and reconcile vendor inquiries
• Review past due balances and remedy discrepancies where necessary
• Assist and work closely with Project Accountant on projects, is involved in heavier and more complex payment transactions and will assist in streamlining and improving accounts payable processes
• Precision Job Costing: Manage the full AP cycle with a heavy focus on allocating expenses to specific projects, phases, and cost codes.
• Communicating/Identifying development budget line overages to the Development Team.
• Process Optimization: Evaluate current AP workflows and implement improvements to reduce bottlenecks and increase department efficiency.
• Tech Integration: Lead the adoption of AP automation tools (e.g., OCR, digital approvals, AI) and ensure seamless data flow into our ERP system.
• Vendor & Project Liaison: Collaborate with project managers to resolve coding discrepancies and maintain strong relationships with vendors through timely, accurate payments.
• Audit & Reporting: Conduct regular reconciliations and provide project-specific financial insights to help leadership monitor budget-to-actual performance.

Benefits

• competitive wage
• comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc.
• generous paid time off
• a 401 (k) plan with a company match
• Michaels Employee Scholarship Program
• professional development opportunities
• Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees