Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing team in Seattle, Washington in a contract capacity. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy setting, can manage a large invoice workload with precision, and is comfortable navigating shifting priorities and approval workflows. The role supports full-cycle accounts payable operations and works closely with procurement and internal stakeholders to keep invoice processing accurate, timely, and compliant.

Responsibilities:

- Process a high volume of invoices each week while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal controls.

- Perform end-to-end accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, purchase order matching, approval follow-up, reconciliation, and payment coordination.

- Complete detailed three-way matching by validating invoices against purchase orders and receiving records before release for payment.

- Partner with procurement and other internal teams to research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, pricing, quantities, and purchase orders.

- Assist with month-end close by preparing account reconciliations, supporting accruals, and helping ensure expenses are recorded in the proper period.

- Adapt to updated procedures and workflow changes, including reprocessing invoices when approvals or documentation require revision.

- Monitor payment activity, including ACH-related transactions, and help maintain accurate vendor and invoice records within AP systems.

- Use platforms such as Tipalti, Ramp, and Net Suite to manage invoice processing, workflow tracking, and payment support.

Requirements - At least 2 years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume processing environment.

- Proven ability to handle 250 or more invoices per week while maintaining strong quality standards.

- Hands-on experience with full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice coding, reconciliations, and payment processing.

- Strong background in three-way matching involving invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, and using basic formulas.

- Effective communication and problem-solving skills with the confidence to raise questions and resolve issues across teams.

- Ability to work independently, stay organized, and adjust quickly in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities.

- Manufacturing industry experience and familiarity with Tipalti, Ramp, or Net Suite are strongly preferred.

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