Accounts Payable Manager - National Association of REALTORS

Organization Overview:
National Association of Realtors

It is NAR’s mission to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect, and advance the right to real property for all.

The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) is America’s largest trade association, representing more than 1.5 million real estate professionals across the United States, including brokers, agents, property managers, appraisers, and other industry specialists. Since 1908, NAR has been a cornerstone of the real estate profession, advocating for property rights, promoting fair housing, and providing members with the tools, data, and education needed to succeed in one of the most dynamic and fast‑changing industries in the world.

Through its 54 state and territory associations and more than 1,000 local Realtor boards, NAR operates at every level of the industry, advancing standards of professionalism through its Code of Ethics and serving as a trusted voice for real estate in Washington, D.C. and beyond. Each year, NAR members participate in the sale, lease, and management of billions of dollars in real estate transactions, helping to drive the nation’s economy.

NAR’s workplace culture is built on respect, collaboration, and inclusion. Guided by core values of Members First, Leading Change, Respect, Collaboration, Diversity & Inclusion, and Communication, NAR fosters a team environment where employees are empowered to innovate, grow professionally, and work together in service of members.

Today, under new executive leadership, NAR is embarking on a bold transformation—modernizing systems, deepening transparency, and strengthening its operational foundation to better serve members and position the organization for long‑term excellence. Joining NAR means becoming part of a mission‑driven team that plays a vital role in protecting the dream of home ownership and advancing economic opportunity for millions across the country.

To learn more about the National Association of Realtors and their services, please visit their website.

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) seeks an experienced and detail‑oriented Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of all disbursement activities across a complex, multi‑entity organization. Reporting to the Senior Director of Financial Operations, this role ensures that all accounts payable functions are executed with precision, transparency, and compliance.

This leader will manage daily AP operations— including vendor payments, cash log reconciliation, and the review of bills, credits, and exceptions—while driving accountability and adherence to internal controls. They will ensure proper coding and posting of transactions within Net Suite, confirm timely approval workflows, and maintain an accurate audit trail across all entities.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to manage systems, people, and processes. They will serve as the organization’s subject matter expert for accounts payable, ensuring data integrity, operational consistency, and compliance with GAAP and internal policy standards.

• Oversee day‑to‑day accounts payable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing, coding, and posting of all invoices and payments.
• Oversee aging reports and open bill reviews, ensuring timely resolution of stale bills, credits, and exceptions.
• Monitor the AP mailbox and workflow to prevent duplication, ensure timely responses, and maintain smooth communication with internal teams and vendors.
• Conduct an initial assessment of all outstanding AP items and aged invoices to ensure data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and establish a clean record moving forward.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) that ensure efficiency, consistency, and audit readiness across all AP activities.

• Review all bills to confirm proper general ledger coding, intercompany allocations, and adherence to accounting standards.
• Approve or decline positive pay exceptions and ensure the positive pay data set remains current…