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2026 North Texas Salary Data
How Much Do Accounts Payable Managers Make in Dallas?
Accounts payable managers in Dallas earn a median salary of $88,850 in 2026, with most falling between $76,073 and $101,628 depending on team size, invoice volume, and ERP expertise.
Check Your SalaryDallas-Fort Worth Median
$88,850
Accounts Payable Manager
25th Pctl$76,073
75th Pctl$101,628
PrideStaff Financial 2026 North Texas Salary Guide
Salary Breakdown
AP Manager Salary by Career Level
The accounts payable manager sits at the top of the AP career path. Here's how compensation progresses from specialist through management in Dallas-Fort Worth.
An accounts payable manager in Dallas typically earns between $76,073 and $101,628 per year. The median of $88,850 represents a significant step up from AP specialist at $60,336, reflecting the shift from processing invoices to managing the entire AP function. For AP managers looking to move beyond the payables vertical, accounting manager at $115,429 is the natural next step. Dallas companies across Irving, Richardson, and Addison have large AP operations that need experienced managers to oversee vendor relationships, enforce internal controls, and drive process automation.
What Drives Pay
Factors That Affect AP Manager Salary in Dallas
Four factors determine where an AP manager falls within the $76K to $101K range.
Team Size & Invoice Volume
- Managing 3-5 AP staff and processing 5,000+ invoices monthly puts you near the median. Teams of 8+ with 15,000+ monthly invoices push toward the 75th percentile.
- High-volume environments (distribution, manufacturing, multi-location retail) pay more due to complexity and pace
- AP managers responsible for both AP and AR functions command 5-10% more than those overseeing AP only
ERP & Automation Skills
- SAP, Oracle, and NetSuite experience is expected at this level. Managers who have led ERP implementations or upgrades earn at the top of the range.
- AP automation platform experience (Coupa, Tipalti, Bill.com, AvidXchange) is increasingly valued as companies push toward touchless processing
- Managers who can demonstrate measurable automation results (reduced processing time, lower cost-per-invoice) are in highest demand
Industry & Company Size
- Large corporations ($500M+ revenue) with complex vendor networks pay AP managers at the 75th percentile or above
- Healthcare, energy, and technology companies in Dallas tend to pay more than retail or nonprofit due to regulatory complexity and vendor diversity
- Private equity-backed companies often need AP managers who can standardize processes across recently acquired entities, which commands a premium
Internal Controls & Compliance
- AP managers who own 1099 reporting, sales/use tax compliance, and vendor onboarding due diligence earn more than those in purely transactional roles
- SOX compliance experience is a premium skill at publicly traded companies in the Dallas market
- Fraud prevention expertise (duplicate payment detection, vendor validation processes) adds value as companies face increasing payment fraud risks
Dallas vs. National
How Dallas AP Manager Pay Compares
Dallas AP managers earn competitive salaries with a significant take-home pay advantage thanks to no state income tax.
Dallas-Fort Worth Median
$88,850
Accounts Payable Manager
National Median (BLS)
$49,210
Bookkeeping, Accounting & Auditing Clerks
The BLS "Bookkeeping, Accounting & Auditing Clerks" category covers all AP/AR roles regardless of level, which pulls the national median down significantly. Dallas AP managers earn well above this benchmark, reflecting their supervisory responsibilities and the market's demand for experienced AP leadership.
AP manager is a role where Dallas offers a clear financial advantage. The salary is competitive with Houston and Chicago while the cost of living remains lower, and the no-state-income-tax benefit adds roughly $4,500-$5,500 in annual take-home pay compared to peers in California or New York at the same base salary. For companies, this means Dallas AP managers deliver strong value relative to total compensation cost.
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Skills That Increase AP Manager Pay in Dallas
These skills and capabilities help AP managers in Dallas earn at the top of the range.
AP Automation (Coupa, Tipalti)
+5-15%
ERP Implementation
+5-15%
SOX Compliance
+5-10%
Multi-Entity AP
+5-10%
1099 / Tax Compliance
+5-10%
Team of 8+ Staff
+5-10%
Source: 2026 North Texas Salary Guide. Technical premiums: "Advanced Excel, Power BI, SQL, Adaptive, NetSuite, or system implementation experience may command 5-15% premiums." Management and compliance premiums based on PrideStaff Financial recruiter placement data for AP leadership roles across the North Texas market.
Put This Data to Work
How to Use This Salary Data
Whether you're stepping into AP management or building your AP team, here's how to apply these numbers.
For Job Seekers
If you're an AP specialist earning near $60,336, the jump to AP manager at $88,850 represents nearly $30,000 in salary growth. Building team leadership and automation skills is what gets you there.
Already an AP manager earning below $76,073? You're below the 25th percentile for Dallas. That's strong justification for a conversation with your employer or a move.
AP management experience is highly transferable. If you want to move beyond AP, the path to accounting manager at $115,429 is a natural transition for AP managers with strong month-end close and GL experience.
Our direct-hire recruiters place AP managers at companies across DFW, including roles that aren't posted publicly.
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For Employers
A strong AP manager saves you money through early payment discounts, fraud prevention, and process efficiency. Underpaying this role is a false economy since the cost of payment errors, missed discounts, and vendor relationship damage exceeds any salary savings.
Posting below $76,073 will attract AP specialists looking for a title bump, not experienced managers who can run your department from day one.
If you need AP management coverage during a transition, our temp-to-hire option lets you evaluate an AP manager's leadership style and process improvement approach before making a permanent commitment.
For permanent AP manager hires, our direct-hire team screens for both technical depth and team leadership capability across the North Dallas market.
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Related North Texas Salaries
Salary data current as of February 2026. Source: PrideStaff Financial 2026 North Texas Salary Guide. Salary ranges reflect the 25th to 75th percentile for the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. National data: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024. Skills premium estimates per salary guide footnotes and PrideStaff Financial recruiter placement data across the North Texas market. Individual compensation varies based on employer, experience, certifications, and negotiation.
