Hybrid Accounts Payable Manager

at Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP

• Job title: Accounts Payable Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Diego, United States

About the role

• Accounts Payable Manager overseeing accounts payable operations in a downtown San Diego law firm. Leading process improvements and ensuring timely, accurate payments with a collaborative finance team.

Responsibilities

• You’ll manage and oversee all aspects of the firm’s accounts payable operations while leading process improvements and ensuring timely, accurate payments.
• Managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, including vendor setup, invoice review, approvals, and payment processing
• Overseeing accounts payable activities within the Aderant system, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with firm policies
• Reviewing and approving invoices, expense reports, and reimbursements for accuracy, proper coding, and authorization
• Managing vendor relationships, including responding to inquiries and resolving discrepancies
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and accounting best practices
• Preparing AP-related reports, reconciliations, and analysis for management review
• Assisting in the preparation of annual 1099 filings and Lawyer’s various State Bar reporting requirements
• Collaborating with the Controller and Finance team on month-end and year-end close activities
• Supervising and mentoring accounts payable staff, including training, workflow management, and performance support
• Assisting with firm initiatives related to financial systems, process improvements, and special projects.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive accounts payable experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities
• Hands-on experience with Aderant is highly desired (law firm or professional services environment strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and internal controls
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage competing priorities
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: this role typically pays $90,000–$125,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life insurance, and disability coverage
• Excellent 401(k) profit-sharing program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility to balance in-office and remote work.