Senior Accountant & AP/GL Team Lead

The Keller Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Keller Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee daily AP and GL activities and support broader accounting operations. You will lead a team responsible for invoice processing, payables accuracy, reconciliations, and vendor relations, while strengthening internal controls in a high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting or finance, 3+ years in AP/GL, ERP experience, and a proven ability to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in accounting/finance.
• 3+ years of experience in AP/AR/GL accounting.
• Previous team leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with high-volume AP or GL operations and process improvement.
• ERP system experience required; implementation experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Strong analytical and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing and timely payments.
• Prepare journal entries and oversee general ledger reconciliations.
• Monitor AP aging, research discrepancies and resolve issues with internal teams and vendors.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members, including performance management and hiring.
• Manage recurring property-related payments and coordinate with external vendors and landlords.
• Oversee payment approvals, check runs and annual 1099 preparation and filings.
• Ensure accounting procedures and internal controls are followed while identifying process improvements.
• Partner with leadership and other departments on operational initiatives and additional accounting projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

ERP system experience

Excel

Job description

The Keller Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee daily AP and GL activities and support broader accounting operations. You will lead a team responsible for invoice processing, payables accuracy, reconciliations, and vendor relations, while strengthening internal controls in a high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting or finance, 3+ years in AP/GL, ERP experience, and a proven ability to drive process improvements.