Senior Manager of Accounts Payable – Chicago, IL

<div> <strong>About JSSI</strong></div> <div>Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Chicago, Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI) is the largest independent provider of hourly cost maintenance programs for business aviation. JSSI delivers comprehensive coverage for engines, airframes, and auxiliary power units (APUs) across more than 300 different aircraft makes and models, helping owners and operators stabilize maintenance budgets, maximize aircraft availability, and protect asset value throughout the lifecycle of ownership. JSSI has built a portfolio of complementary business lines designed to simplify the economic and technical complexity of business aviation; these include <strong>Maintenance teams</strong>, <strong>Traxxall</strong> maintenance tracking software, <strong>Parts & Engines</strong>, <strong>Conklin</strong> aircraft cost and performance data, and <strong>Aviation Capital</strong> asset-based financing solutions. Together, these offerings support owners, operators, and maintenance providers with integrated tools spanning ownership and maintenance planning, execution, and financial management. With more than 6,500 aircraft supported through programs and software platforms, JSSI leverages its unique independence, unmatched scale, and data-driven insight to deliver customized solutions and support models aligned to the interests of each client — regardless of aircraft platform. JSSI is backed by leading institutional investors GTCR, Genstar Capital, and Blackstone. Learn more at <a href="https://jetsupport.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://jetsupport.com</a>. </div> <div> <p> <strong>Position Summary:</strong></p> <p>The Senior Manager, Accounts Payable leads the end‑to‑end accounts payable function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing while continuously advancing efficiency, automation, and internal controls. This role is responsible for building and developing a high‑performing AP team, strengthening vendor partnerships, and modernizing processes to support scale and financial integrity. Serving as a key partner across Finance, Procurement, and Operations, the Senior Manager plays a critical role in month‑end close, audit readiness, and aligning AP practices with the organization’s broader financial strategy.</p> </p></div> <div> <strong>Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p> <div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"> <div> <div> <ul type="disc"> <li><strong>Leadership & Team Management</strong></li> <ul type="circle"> <li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts payable team</li> <li>Set performance goals and monitor team productivity</li> <li>Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement</li> </ul> <li><strong>Accounts Payable Operations</strong></li> <ul type="circle"> <li>Oversee end-to-end AP processes including invoice processing, approvals, and payments</li> <li>Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices</li> <li>Manage vendor relationships and resolve escalated issues</li> <li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards</li> <li>Administration of the company’s travel and purchasing cards</li> <li>Manage the company’s relationship with Concur and the expense reporting process</li> </ul> <li><strong>Process Improvement & Automation</strong></li> <ul type="circle"> <li>Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency</li> <li>Drive automation initiatives (e.g., invoice scanning, ERP enhancements)</li> <li>Optimize workflows and reduce manual processing</li> </ul> <li><strong>Reporting & Analysis</strong></li> <ul type="circle"> <li>Prepare reports for senior leadership, as requested</li> <li>Analyze trends and recommend improvements</li> </ul> <li><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong></li> <ul type="circle"> <li>Partner with accounting, finance, and operations teams</li> <li>Support month-end and year-end closing processes</li> <li>Align AP practices with broader financial strategy</li> </ul> </ul></div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <strong>Desired Credentials:</strong></p> <div class="posting-requirements plain-list" data-qa="posting-requirements"> <div> <div> <ul type="disc"> <li>Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance or a related field.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data visualization).</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li> <li>Strong team leadership</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and departments.</li> <li>Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.</li> </ul></div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <p>At JSSI, we are committed to rewarding our team members with competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect their contributions and talent.</p> <p>For this role, the annual base pay generally ranges from $140,000 to $160,000, with the final offer determined by variable factors including but not limited to market location, job-specific knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition, your total rewards package may include an annual discretionary bonus plan, incentive or sales bonus plan, or other form of additional compensation, based on your role.</p> <p>Additionally, for full-time employees based in the USA, Canada, or the Philippines, we are proud to offer a robust suite of benefits. This ranges from insurance offerings such as medical, dental, vision, retirement savings programs, among others, starting day one of employment. For a full overview of our offerings, visit the <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://jetsupport.com/careers/?_gl=1*3wup00*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=CjwKCAiAneK8BhAVEiwAoy2HYTzXAhW9bs2qPtH5Blv63eqPb4Kcyr1chsabyR_fejP3ZFbOvw7LZRoCNQUQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">JSSI Benefits Page</a> on our company website.</p> </p></div> <div>JSSI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. </div> <div>JSSI does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or Recruiting Team. </div>

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