Accounting Manager - Payroll & AP Focus

Location: Southwest Phoenix | Schedule: Monday-Friday, First Shift | Onsite Role

Salary: $95,000-$115,000 + Bonus

Ledgent Finance & Accounting is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a high-performing team and drive excellence in payroll and accounts payable operations. If you're a hands-on leader with a passion for accuracy, compliance, and team development, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Leadership Opportunity: Manage and mentor a team of three talented professionals.
• Strategic Impact: Oversee critical functions including General Ledger, Payroll, and Accounts Payable.
• Growth Potential: Work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams to influence financial strategy.
• Competitive Compensation: Up to $115K + bonus, plus comprehensive benefits.

What You'll Do

• Lead GL accounting, AP, and Payroll operations.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance through detailed financial analysis.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior leadership.
• Drive timely and accurate month-end close processes.
• Collaborate across departments to achieve organizational goals.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Proven success managing Payroll and AP teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (preferred).
• SAP experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $95K-$115K + bonus.
• Full benefits package.
• A collaborative, supportive work culture.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.