Development AP Specialist

The Michaels Organization • Camden, NJ

3d • 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. The company is committed to creating communities that enhance housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. The Development AP Specialist is a critical role within the project development workflow, requiring experience with accounting software, particularly Real Page Accounting and Real Page Job Cost. The ideal candidate will be proactive, innovative, resourceful, independent, and self-motivated, with a forward-looking perspective on integrating technology like AI to improve accuracy and efficiency in the workflow.

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
• team-oriented environment
• 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