Analyst, Accounts Payable

Department:

We are Walker & Dunlop.  We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.

Department Overview

Our Accounting department keeps the official books and records of the company, publishes financial statements and compliance documents, and provides analyses and tools to company leaders to make the best business decisions. The department is made up of several groups who work together to complete all accounting functions including Loan Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Procurement, Financial Reporting, Corporate Taxes, Special Initiatives, and Financial Reporting & Analysis.

The Impact You Will Have

The Analyst supports the accounts payable process, including employee expenses and vendor management. Key responsibilities include ensuring all transactions are properly processed, internal controls are followed as designed, and users have appropriate access to the AP system. Additionally, this role will assist with accounting tasks and support procurement activities such as informal bid requests, contract lifecycle management, purchase order and requisition processing, and other vendor management duties.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process expense reimbursements and invoices through our online expense reporting system (Coupa) in accordance with company and department policies and procedures
• Maintain and support vendor records, including evaluations, compliance documentation, and contract tracking throughout the vendor lifecycle
• Maintain new vendor master file and Form W-9 information in the system
• Respond timely to all inquiries from vendors, auditors, and internal stakeholders
• Create and maintain internal procedure documents
• Communicate and problem-solve daily with teammates, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders, possibly in combination with travel
• Other duties as assigned
• Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm local time, Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays 

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in accounting or finance preferred
• 1+ year of full cycle accounts payable, procurement, or corporate accounting experience preferred
• Experience with Coupa or other online expense reporting and invoice processing systems preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• Highly motivated and adaptable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to independently manage supplier issues, resolve conflicts, and address challenges
• Demonstrated accuracy and efficiency in processing high volumes of invoices and expense reports
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and a commitment to accounting best practices
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet critical deadlines
• Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes
• Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders

This position has an estimated base salary of $60,000 - $70,000 discretionary production incentives. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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What We Offer  

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023 

• Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
    - Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
    - Competitive dental and vision benefits
    - 401(k) + match
    - Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
    - A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
      promote health, engagement, and balance