Accounts Payable; AP Specialist

What does it take to create 1.7 BILLION cups of coffee a year?

We are excited to announce that we are hiring an organized Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant!

For more than 45 years

Cascade Coffee has been the premier specialty coffee contract manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. Specializing in roasting, grinding, flavoring, and packaging coffee, catering to the world’s finest coffee brands worldwide. Cascade works behind the scenes to provide innovation, world-class coffee roasting, and a wide variety of packaging options to highlight their loyal customer’s brands.

Founded in 1977, the company operates from a 175,000 square foot manufacturing and roasting facility, more than 2 million pounds of green coffee storage facility, over 50 million pounds annually of coffee roasting capacity as well as multiple roasting lines, flavor mixing systems and 14 automated packaging lines.

We offer a unique blend of benefits for you and your family!

• Healthcare benefits |Multiple coverage levels of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401k Roth or Pre-Tax options
  | $1 for $1 match and once eligible to enroll, ZERO vesting period.
• Long Term Disability and life insurance
  | Company provides coverage for all employees.
• Voluntary Life, Disability, Accident & Critical Illness |Various insurance programs are offered to support your needs.
• Employee Assistance Program |To support you and your family’s overall wellbeing to achieve your best and most productive self.
• Sick and Vacation plans
  | Cascade understands the vital importance of a quality work/life balance.
• Pet insurance |Multiple coverage levels for whatever best suits your furry (or not so furry) friend.
• Cascade Cares |Exciting engagement programs each month
• Leadership Training |We invest in and dedicate time to training some of the best leaders in the industry.

Wage Range (Non-Exempt): $25.00 - $28.00/ Hour

Reports To: Controller

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This individual will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable functions, ensuring all vendor invoices are organized, processed accurately and on time.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting principles.

• Accounts Payable (AP):
  Perform A/P organization, invoice entry, three-way match and customer bill back tracking.
• Verify accuracy of invoices, purchase orders, and item receipts.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors and service providers.
• Gather credit card program receipts, code and enter. Reconcile monthly statement.
• Organize customer billback files, track costs and provide detailed packages to the financial analyst for periodic invoicing.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures related to AP, including expense accrual requirements.

• Maintain accurate records of transactions and reconcile discrepancies as needed.
• Assist with preparing metrics and financial reports related to AP and AR.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Participate in audits and assist with providing necessary documentation.
• Handle customer and vendor inquiries professionally and in a timely manner.
• Continually seeks to improve processes and to refine methods of job performance.
• Upholds and provides safe, high-quality, consistent products, and superior services that anticipate, meet or exceed the requirements of our customers.

Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

• 1-3 years of accounts payable experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or in a similar accounting role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, especially in Excel. Microsoft Dynamics, or Aptean ERP experience preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial data.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• A team player who is collaborative as well as receptive to…