Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an Accounts Payable Specialist in Seattle! We're urgently hiring to fill this critical role and need your expertise immediately.
At Pacific Northwest Financial Services, we're committed to operational excellence and a supportive work culture. This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on our financial operations.
As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you'll manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments while maintaining strong internal controls. Your attention to detail and process optimization skills will be crucial to our continued success.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume vendor invoices and ensure accurate coding, approval, and payment
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly
- Manage employee expense reimbursements and travel advances
- Optimize AP processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Collaborate with procurement and finance teams on vendor relationships
- Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on accounts payable experience in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP or Oracle preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills for vendor and stakeholder interactions
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- AP or CAPP certification a plus