Accounts Payable Specialist
Vancouver, WA Direct-Hire $55000.00 - $58000.00 Onsite

Job Description

We are a fast-growing, multi-location company in the industrial services and equipment space, with operations across the Western U.S. and a growing footprint of over 10 locations. Our corporate office in Vancouver, WA serves as the central hub for accounting operations, and we're looking to add an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to our close-knit, high-performing team.

This is a direct hire opportunity with strong growth potential, excellent benefits, and a collaborative, upbeat work culture. The current AP team has grown significantly over the past few years, and as the company continues to expand, we're committed to promoting from within and supporting long-term career development.

Position Summary

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for the end-to-end AP process, including invoice matching, check processing, credit card reconciliation, vendor communications, and supporting audit and compliance efforts. You'll work closely with remote AP staff in other states and play a vital role in keeping the company's financial operations accurate and efficient.

This is a full-time, onsite role with one remote day per week after training. Start times are flexible between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., and there's free on-site parking as well as public transit nearby.

What You'll Do

  • Perform 3-way PO matching for a high volume of vendor invoices

  • Review and process utility and benefits payments

  • Manage one of several corporate credit card accounts

  • Reconcile expenses using a user-friendly system (similar to Concur)

  • Collaborate with remote AP team members in other states

  • Assist with transitioning vendors to ACH payments with dual verification

  • Ensure all disbursements and check runs are accurate and timely

  • Review check addresses and assist with physical mailing

  • Prepare documentation for audits and 1099 reporting

  • Respond to vendor inquiries and internal requests in a timely manner

  • Support month-end and year-end close procedures

What You Bring

  • 3+ years of full-cycle AP experience in a mid-size or growing company

  • Strong attention to detail and high accuracy in high-volume environments

  • Comfortable working independently and prioritizing tasks

  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

  • Ability to collaborate with team members across multiple locations

  • Proficiency in Excel and general ERP/AP systems

  • Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

  • Familiarity with credit card reconciliation or tools like Concur/Center is a plus

  • Associate's Degree in Accounting preferred, but not required

Top 3 Must-Haves

  1. Ability to work independently while still being a collaborative team player

  2. Accuracy and organization, especially with audits and high invoice volume

  3. Adaptability to learn new tools and adjust in a fast-changing environment

What You'll Love About the Culture

  • Positive, relaxed office with a supportive team and approachable leadership

  • Team-building activities like potlucks, catered lunches, and casual Fridays

  • Flexibility around PTO and work schedules

  • A culture that values humor, collaboration, and promoting from within

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.

Job Reference: JN -062025-397943