JOB DETAILS

Accounts Payable Manager

CompanyJAMS, Inc.
LocationIrvine
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 3, 2026
About The Company
JAMS is the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, handling more than 21,000 cases annually. With nearly 500 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS delivers efficient, cost-effective and impartial solutions for business and legal disputes at any stage of conflict. Since its founding in 1979, its distinguished panel has included retired federal and state court judges, former litigators, transactional attorneys and other ADR professionals with deep industry and practice area experience. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services to provide a seamless experience through concierge-level client care, highly skilled case managers and advanced technology. Building on this foundation, JAMS Pathways provides organizations with early conflict resolution, facilitation and training, helping teams prevent disputes before they escalate. With a legacy of trust and innovation, JAMS helps parties find the way forward so they can focus on what matters most.
About the Role

Overview

We are passionate about what we do, the services we provide, and the clients we serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to join a company that values collaboration, innovation, and dedication, we're the right place for you.

 

A Brief OverviewProvides accounting and financial support to neutrals, management team, and associates. Ensures accounts payable department maintains the proper accounting and approval of all disbursement activities within the required deadlines. Supports all initiatives to ensure efficient execution, optimizes department processes, and the oversight of accounts payable month-end close process. Provides ongoing support to the accounting and finance team and assists with general accounting duties.

Responsibilities

What you will do

  • Supervises the Accounts Payable team to ensure efficient performance of the entire Accounts Payable process.
  • Manages monthly Accounts Payable close process, overseeing expense accuracy, accrual processing, and account reconciliations to meet all reporting deadlines.
  • Manages corporate credit card month-end reconciliation process; reviews all month-end reports for accuracy.
  • Reviews Accounts Payable reports, including vendor data for accuracy and to identify anomalies. Additionally, oversees and prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
  • Reviews payment reports and verifies accuracy and documentation to ensure policy compliance.
  • Assists the accounting and finance team with the annual audit and operating plan preparations.
  • Assists with property and business tax filings and provides backup coverage to the department.
  • Identifies opportunities for process improvements with the objective of shortening month-end close and AP automation.
  • Maintains up-to-date process documentation and strengthens internal controls to ensure full compliance with GAAP and tax regulations, including 1099 reporting.
  • Assists in administration and user maintenance of AP platform.
  • Completes ad-hoc accounting month-end/year-end requirements.
  • Prepares month-end account reconciliation for Accounts Payable related accounts.

Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline. Required
  • Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline. Plus
  • 7-9 years of working in accounts payable and general ledger accounting. Required
  • 4-6 years of accounting managing in a service-oriented organization. Required
  • Knowledge of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), policies, and procedures for accounting support and financial reporting. (Required proficiency)
  • Proficient in financial statement analysis and the interrelation among financial reports. (Required proficiency)
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite. (Required proficiency)
  • Proficient in ERP systems. (Required proficiency)
  • 5% Occasional, Regional & National travel
Key Skills
Accounts PayableGeneral Ledger AccountingFinancial ReportingGAAPMonth-end CloseAccount ReconciliationExpense AccuracyAccrual ProcessingVendor Data ManagementTax FilingsProcess ImprovementAP AutomationInternal Controls1099 ReportingFinancial Statement AnalysisERP Systems
Categories
Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Accounts Payable Manager supervises the AP team to ensure efficient performance and manages the monthly close process, including expense accuracy and account reconciliations. They also oversee reporting, ensure compliance with GAAP and tax regulations, and identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$84,000 - $110,200
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
1082
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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