Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Northwest Financial Solutions, a leading financial services provider in the Pacific Northwest. We're seeking a meticulous Accounts Payable Specialist to streamline our vendor payment processes while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. You'll work in our modern downtown Portland office with competitive benefits including health insurance, 401k matching, and professional development stipends. This hybrid role offers 3 days in-office flexibility while maintaining collaboration with our cross-functional finance team.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume vendor invoices and payment approvals within 3-day SLAs
- Conduct 3-way matching for purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
- Reconcile AP sub-ledgers and resolve discrepancies monthly
- Manage employee expense reports and reimbursements
- Collaborate with procurement on vendor payment terms optimization
- Assist with month-end closing and financial reporting
- Maintain digital document archives in compliance with SOX requirements
Qualifications
- 3+ years of high-volume accounts payable experience
- Proficiency in NetSuite, QuickBooks, or SAP ERP systems
- Expert knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros)
- Associates degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAP) preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail with zero tolerance for errors
- Strong communication skills for vendor negotiations