Accounts Payable Specialist - Pathway to Promotion with Small, Stable Company! 
Location: outside of Tacoma, Washington  
Salary: $43,680 - $50,000 (paid hourly) + Generous Benefits 
Benefits: 100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(k) w/match, PTO, Holidays, Dog Friendly Office!
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: Monday- Friday, 7 AM – 4 PM Flexible
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Accounts Payable Specialist Description

Our client, a respected manufacturer near Tacoma, Washington, is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support the finance team. In this role, you'll process and manage a high volume of vendor invoices, coordinate wire and ACH payments, reconcile freight and expense reports, and serve as a key point of contact for vendor inquiries. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with numbers, and is passionate about accuracy and organization. You’ll play a critical part in maintaining smooth financial operations across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative company that values its employees, offers competitive pay and benefits, and supports long-term growth and advancement.

Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities

•    Process weekly wire transfers and daily entries into ERP and banking platforms
•    Review, code, and process freight and non-freight invoices for timely approval and payment
•    Reconcile bills of landing and prepare monthly freight accruals
•    Handle visa credit card reconciliation, expense coding, and data import
•    Maintain and update ACH/wire payment templates; send remittance notices
•    Serve as a vendor point of contact for payment discrepancies and missing invoices
•    Request and reconcile vendor statements
•    Organize and maintain AP files and records
•    Monitor office supply inventory and place orders, including special requests
•    Provide backup support for daily cash flow reconciliation

Accounts Payable Specialist Qualifications

•    Accounts payable experience in a B2B environment required 
•    Working knowledge of basic accounting principles required
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook, required 
•    Must be willing to work onsite