Corporate Manager of Accounts Payable

Job Details

Job Location:

Prospera Hotels, LLC - Orange, CA 92868

Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year

Job Shift: Day

Job Title:

Accounts Payable Manager

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Reports To:

VP Accounting

Prepared By: VP Accounting

Direct Reports:
None

Date:
August 2026

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 annually

Work Location:

Anaheim, CA

The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on relevant experience, education, hospitality accounting background, technical skills, and overall qualifications. Prospera Hotels offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and applicable company-sponsored benefit programs.

The Accounts Payable Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the accounts payable function across a portfolio of hotels and affiliated entities. The position exercises independent judgment and discretion in establishing priorities, administering internal controls, directing outsourced accounts payable services, resolving complex vendor and accounting matters, and recommending process and workflow improvements. The role analyzes accounts payable activity and related general ledger accounts, supports month-end close, ensures compliance with company policies and accounting standards, and serves as the primary accounts payable advisor to corporate accounting, hotel operations, and external vendors.

• Lead and oversee the accounts payable function for multiple hotels and affiliated entities, establishing priorities, service expectations, controls, and performance standards.
• Manage the outsourced accounts payable vendor, including service delivery, issue escalation, workflow coordination, performance monitoring, and adherence to company requirements.
• Exercise independent judgment in reviewing and approving accounts payable activities, payment schedules, invoice routing, vendor matters, and system-related decisions within delegated authority.
• Direct the preparation, review, and execution of weekly payment runs and determine the appropriate resolution of payment exceptions and complex vendor issues.
• Review accounts payable procedures, evaluate risk and operational effectiveness, and recommend internal controls, policy changes, and workflow improvements that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• Review general ledger accounts and accounts payable activity to identify trends, unusual balances, coding issues, accrual needs, reconciliation items, and opportunities for corrective action.
• Lead the monthly accounts payable close process, including invoice cutoff, accrual analysis, account reconciliations, credit card clearing accounts, reporting, and journal entry support in coordination with accounting leadership.
• Analyze vendor statements, account balances, aging, payment exceptions, and disputed items; determine resolution strategies and elevate material matters when appropriate.
• Provide functional leadership and expert guidance to corporate and property teams regarding invoice approvals, general ledger coding, payment practices, vendor setup and accounts payable controls.
• Review invoices for appropriate authorization, vendor information, sales and use tax treatment, supporting documentation, and accurate general ledger coding.
• Oversee vendor master data and tax documentation, including W-9, W-8, vendor classification, credit applications, and annual 1099 compliance.
• Manage accounts payable mailboxes and communication channels, ensuring timely assignment, response, follow-through, and resolution of inquiries.
• Administer accounts payable systems and automation tools, participate in system enhancements, and make recommendations to improve data quality, reporting, workflow, and user adoption.
• Maintain effective working relationships with vendors, hotel leaders, ownership representatives, and corporate departments while safeguarding confidential financial information.
• Prepare and present accounts payable reports, analyses, risks, and recommendations to accounting leadership.
• Support audits, tax filings, compliance reviews, and special projects by providing documentation, analysis, and subject‑matter expertise.
• Perform other managerial, analytical, and accounting responsibilities as assigned.

• Strong command of the English language, including speaking, reading, and writing.
• Valid California driver license required, as this…