Manager, Accounts Payable

Company: Procopio Cory Hargreaves
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We’re hiring an Accounts Payable Manager to join our Finance team in Downtown San Diego. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who is highly organized, detail-driven, and comfortable leading accounts payable operations in a fast-paced law firm or professional services environment. The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the firm’s accounts payable function, ensure accuracy and compliance across all vendor and expense payments, and serve as a key partner to attorneys, staff, and leadership. What You’ll Do You’ll manage and oversee all aspects of the firm’s accounts payable operations while leading process improvements and ensuring timely, accurate payments. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on leadership, and proficiency with Aderant. Responsibilities include: 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 What We’re Looking For 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) Why Work With Us Hybrid work environment with flexibility to balance in-office and remote work. Please note this position is 3 days onsite in our Downtown San Diego office. Collaborative, professional, and supportive team culture Opportunity to play a leadership role within a sophisticated law firm finance department Competitive compensation: this role typically pays $90,000–$125,000 annually, depending on experience. If your pay expectation is outside this range, we still encourage you to apply 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, and generous paid time off At Procopio, we value accuracy, accountability, and teamwork. If you’re an experienced accounts payable leader with Aderant expertise looking to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Procopio is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Procopio Rises Above and has made a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion; we condemn the discrimination of applicants by race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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