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Cushman & Wakefield

Disbursement Manager

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$63K/yr

Job Title Disbursement Manager Summary Disbursement Manager will direct and oversee all aspects of the Disbursement team including monitoring and improving Disbursement team functions to process all ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Disbursement Manager

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$63K/yr

Job Title Disbursement Manager Summary Disbursement Manager will direct and oversee all aspects of the Disbursement team including monitoring and improving Disbursement team functions to process all ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Disbursement Manager

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$63K/yr

Job Title Disbursement Manager Summary Disbursement Manager will direct and oversee all aspects of the Disbursement team including monitoring and improving Disbursement team functions to process all ...

Cushman & Wakefield

Disbursement Manager

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$63K/yr

Job Title Disbursement Manager Summary Disbursement Manager will direct and oversee all aspects of the Disbursement team including monitoring and improving Disbursement team functions to process all ...

The Jeffcoat Firm

Disbursement Assistant

Columbia, SC · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

This entry-level role reports to the Disbursement Manager and works closely with Disbursement Coordinators to reduce administrative bottlenecks and improve turnaround times. What you'll be doing:

The Jeffcoat Firm

Disbursement Assistant

Columbia, SC · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

This entry-level role reports to the Disbursement Manager and works closely with Disbursement Coordinators to reduce administrative bottlenecks and improve turnaround times. What you'll be doing:

Harris County

Disbursement & Reporting Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$132K/yr

Job Summary The Disbursements Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Disbursements and Reporting Section, ensuring the accurate and timely processing, posting, and reporting of disbursed ...

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Harris County

Disbursement & Reporting Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$42.26 - $42.46/hr

The Disbursements Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Disbursements and Reporting Section, ensuring the accurate and timely processing, posting, and reporting of disbursed collections.

Harris County

Disbursement & Reporting Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$42.26 - $42.46/hr

The Disbursements Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Disbursements and Reporting Section, ensuring the accurate and timely processing, posting, and reporting of disbursed collections.

Ensemble Schools

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Identify and resolve payment discrepancies and exceptions; escalator complex issues to the Senior Disbursement Manager * Own the AP email queue, ensuring vendor inquiries and internal requests are ...

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How much do disbursement manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for disbursement manager in the United States is $81,677.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disbursement manager?

Disbursement Managers are financial professionals responsible for overseeing the distribution of funds within an organization. They ensure that payments, such as vendor invoices, payroll, grants, or reimbursements, are processed accurately and in compliance with company policies and regulations. Disbursement Managers typically monitor cash flow, manage payment schedules, and coordinate with other departments to resolve discrepancies. They play a crucial role in maintaining financial accountability and efficiency within a business or institution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disbursement manager?

To thrive as a Disbursement Manager, you need expertise in financial management, accounting principles, and a degree in finance or a related field. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, payment processing software, and often a CPA or similar certification is common. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate, compliant, and timely disbursement of funds, supporting organizational financial health and regulatory adherence.

What are some common challenges a disbursement manager faces in ensuring timely and accurate payments?

Disbursement Managers often encounter challenges like managing high transaction volumes, navigating complex approval processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations. They must coordinate closely with accounting, procurement, and budget teams to prevent delays and errors in payments. Staying up-to-date with evolving financial technologies and maintaining strong attention to detail are essential for minimizing risks and maintaining smooth operations.

What is the difference between Disbursement Manager vs Accounts Payable Specialist?

AspectDisbursement ManagerAccounts Payable Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; certifications like CPA or CPM are commonUsually requires a high school diploma or associate’s degree; certifications like AP Certification are advantageous
Work EnvironmentManages disbursement processes across departments, often in finance or accounting teamsHandles invoice processing and payment tasks within accounting or finance departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in corporate finance, government agencies, and large organizationsCommon in corporate finance, small to mid-sized companies, and government entities

The Disbursement Manager oversees the entire disbursement process, ensuring payments are made accurately and timely, while the Accounts Payable Specialist focuses on processing invoices and managing vendor payments. Both roles require financial knowledge, but the Disbursement Manager has broader responsibilities and often supervises the accounts payable team.

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Infographic showing various Disbursement Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,677 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Disbursement Manager

Tempe, AZ • On-site

Cushman & Wakefield
Real Estate • 10K+ employees
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$63K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Cushman & Wakefield rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 160 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Title

Disbursement Manager

Job Description Summary

Disbursement Manager will direct and oversee all aspects of the Disbursement team including monitoring and improving Disbursement team functions to process all payable/transfer requests, special handling, mail room functions, lockboxes, deposits and all reporting tasks.
Ensure the protection and control of both the company's and client's assets by implementing and enforcing procedures that include quality control checks for all disbursement activities.
Maintain working knowledge of software products available to perform those services as well as keep up with current developments or enhancements to those products.
Provide direction and leadership to ensure a smooth setup for all new accounts or transferred accounts.
Lead and Manage the members of the disbursement team, including Disbursement Lead, Sr. Disbursement Coordinators and Disbursement Coordinators.
Meet all deadlines while maintaining quality control and reporting requirements.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates properties and processing requests and delegates workflow responsibilities to Disbursement staff. Includes monitoring the performance of disbursement staff, ensuring that all deadlines, special handling, or other requests are met along with compliance to all current policies and procedures. Performing or delegating the final review and approval of all disbursement tasks including quality control monitoring.
  • Collaborate with Accounting staff to define the scope of services needed, promote relationships between departments, and understand current needs and how to utilize best practices to solve for those needs.
  • Authorized to sign on client bank accounts. Includes physical check signing, approving wires, and other bank signer requirements as needed by client banks.
  • Develops training programs for new and existing disbursement personnel and for Client Accountants, working directly with the Business Solutions training team.
  • Directs team in setting and reaching individual and team goals, performs annual reviews and evaluations of all team members. Takes care of all disciplinary actions.
  • Ensures the team has staffing, equipment and tools in place to accomplish all required tasks.
  • Develop and manage relationships with 3rd party vendors for inventory and maintenance needs.
  • Develop and maintain detailed reports on team output and accomplishments.
  • Perform special projects and assignments as required

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 53,975.00 - $63,500.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or emailAccommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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