AP Accountant

AP Accountant role at Advanced Sterilization Products

ASP is seeking a skilled and motivated Accounts Payable (AP) accountant to join the North America's Finance team. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring SOX compliance, supporting audits, and driving efficiencies through lean principles.

This is a fully remote opportunity in the greater Seattle area. The role requires a once‑weekly 1‑hour commute to Everett, Washington for a brief onsite responsibility; hours on site are minimal and flexible.

• Accounts Payable:
  • Process vendor invoices accurately and timely, ensuring proper coding and authorization.
  • Perform 3‑way matching for purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
  • Review and approve employee expense reports.
  • Manage the Corporate Credit Card and PCard program.
  • Record accruals and accounting entries for unpaid invoices at month‑end.
• SOX Compliance:
  • Document, test, and evaluate internal controls within the AP process.
  • Support annual SOX testing and address identified control weaknesses.
  • Collaborate with auditors to provide documentation and resolve audit findings.
• Audit Support:
  • Prepare schedules and reports for periodic audits.
  • Provide necessary documentation to substantiate AP balances and payments.
  • Coordinate with external auditors during year‑end audit.
• Vendor Management:
  • Maintain vendor master database with accurate contact information and tax details.
  • Resolve vendor statement discrepancies and ensure timely payments.
  • Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status.
• Lean Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to streamline AP workflows.
  • Apply lean principles (automation, communication enhancements).
  • Collaborate across teams to promote continuous improvement.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  • Assist in AP‑related financial reports: aging, cash‑flow forecasts, month‑end accruals.
  • Analyze aging reports to resolve overdue payments.
  • Support cash management forecasting.
• Compliance &
  
  Risk Management:
  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations (sales tax, withholding, 1099).
  • Enforce company payment policies and limits.
  • Maintain regulatory compliance with tax authorities.
• Month‑End & Year‑End Close Support:
  • Prepare and review AP journal entries.
  • Reconcile AP accounts to accurate balances.
  • Resolve reconciling items between sub‑ledgers and the general ledger.
• Cross‑Departmental
  
  Collaboration:
  • Work with procurement, treasury, and finance teams for alignment.
  • Provide guidance on payment and contract terms.
  • Perform other finance/AP duties as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (preferred).
• 1‑3 years of experience in AP or accounting, preferably public company.
• Strong understanding of procure‑to‑pay cycle, SOX, audits, and internal controls.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, and advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP).
• Knowledge of sales tax and 1099 reporting.
• Familiarity with lean principles.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and prioritization.
• Strong communication and vendor interaction skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Experience with automated AP systems or electronic invoicing.
• Background in manufacturing, technology, or retail.
• Knowledge of business process mapping and reengineering.

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high‑impact fields such as workplace safety, building environments, and healthcare. A global industrial technology innovator, we lead in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission‑critical solutions.

We are a diverse team of 10,000 professionals, united by an inclusive culture and fueled by continuous learning and growth. We use the Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate impact.

ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, pioneering low‑temperature hydrogen peroxide technology. Our mission safeguards patients by protecting against hospital‑acquired infections. Products include the STERRAD system and the EVOTECH & ENDOCLENS systems.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected characteristics. Fortive and all Fortive Companies also commit to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

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This position is eligible for a bonus as part of the total compensation package.

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,435.00 – .