Title: AP Manager
Reports to: VP of Finance
Meruelo Group is a dynamic, privately held conglomerate founded by entrepreneur Alex Meruelo. Headquartered in Downey, California, we operate across a wide range of industries including hospitality and gaming, media and entertainment, construction and real estate, food services, financial services, and even professional sports.
Our diverse portfolio includes the iconic Sahara Las Vegas, Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, a strong lineup of Southern California radio and TV stations (including KDAY, KLOS, and KWHY-TV), as well as ownership of the Arizona Coyotes NHL team.
Meruelo Group is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a bold growth strategy. We revitalize legacy brands, invest in underserved markets, and build businesses that make a lasting impact. As a family-owned company, we pride ourselves on agility, vision, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.
About the Role:
Are you ready to make an impact at a dynamic organization with a diverse portfolio spanning construction, real estate, and corporate entities? Meruelo Group LLC is seeking a passionate and driven Accounts Payable Manager to lead a high-performing team and drive excellence across our accounts payable operations.
Key Responsibilities:
²Lead and inspire the Accounts Payable team, supporting diverse business units across construction, real estate, and corporate entities.
²Champion best practices—develop, document, and enforce policies that keep us ahead of the curve.
²Own the vendor payment process, ensuring accuracy and resolving challenges with confidence.
²Deliver actionable insights through department metrics and KPIs, helping leadership make informed decisions.
²Verify proper lien releases before payments to subcontractors and vendors.
²Collaborate with Accounting to oversee monthly AP closings and ensure the integrity of monthly balances.
²Lead vendor onboarding and profile updates, swiftly completing credit applications to keep operations seamless
²Handle 1099 and tax reporting, vendor setup, and reconciliation tasks effectively.
²Drive continuous improvement—identify and implement new ways to boost accuracy and efficiency.
²Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
²5+ years of accounts payable managerial experience (construction industry preferred).
²Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
²Detail-oriented, organized, and a natural problem solver.
²Strong communication skills—able to collaborate across teams and with external partners.
²Experience with Spectrum Accounting Software is a big plus!
²Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
What sets you apart:
²Self-Starter: You thrive working independently and stay focused without close supervision.
²Team Player: Collaboration comes naturally, whether you’re supporting colleagues or leading the way.
²Detail-Driven: You’re precise with data entry and calculations, ensuring accuracy every step of the way.
²Adaptable: You handle shifting priorities and interruptions with ease, keeping cool under pressure.
²Deadline Champion: You consistently meet deadlines and coordinate workloads seamlessly with your supervisor.
²Communicator & Problem Solver: Your organizational skills and clear communication help you resolve challenges quickly.
²Confidential & Professional: You maintain strict confidentiality and interact professionally with everyone—employees, vendors, and service providers.
²Tech-Savvy: You’re proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other spreadsheet applications.
²Complex Thinker: You interpret and share complex information effectively, making it accessible for all stakeholders.
²Compliance-Focused: You follow all accounting policies, company procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
At Meruelo, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and better business outcomes. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
