Accounts Payable Specialist

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Workforce Classification: Hybrid

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Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and vendor records for Premera Blue Cross and its subsidiaries. The role provides accuracy, policy compliance and timeliness in day-to-day accounts payable administration, and interacts with all levels of employees and external contacts. This role supports compliance, risk mitigation, and process improvement across the procure-to-pay cycle. The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to excellence, initiative, innovation, adaptability, and teamwork.

Hybrid on-site requirement: This is a hybrid position that requires weekly onsite days on campus.

• Enter and validate invoices in the ERP system, including managing the invoice send-back process and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure adherence to vendor payment terms and company policy.
• Maintain accurate vendor master data and documentation.
• Review vendor statements and collaborate with the business and suppliers to resolve outstanding issues.
• Manage team mailboxes daily and ensure email responses are completed within 48 hours.
• Update and maintain documentation of processes and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with policies, internal controls and governance standards.
• Support audits and provide required documentation.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
• Support SLA adherence and straight-through invoice processing.
• Collaborate with employees at all levels to detect issues and implement solutions for system and transaction discrepancies.
• Utilize accounts payable best practices to design, develop and implement processes, procedures and training.
• Analyze new laws and regulations governing accounts payable and implement process changes to improve efficiency.

• Associates degree or equivalent experience (Required).
• 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role (Required).
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Required).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines (Required).
• Workday experience preferred.

• In addition to a standard background check, this position requires a credit check.

This is primarily a sedentary role and may require occasional lifting up to 10 lbs. and the ability to use a keyboard and communicate clearly in person and over the telephone.

Our comprehensive total rewards package provides support, resources, and opportunities to help employees thrive and grow. Rewards include physical, financial, emotional, and community benefits, with options such as:

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement programs with 401K employer match and a pension plan vested after 3 years
• Wellness incentives and mental well-being resources
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Employee recognition program

• Commuter perks and free on-site parking
• Subsidized on-campus cafes and engaging on-site activities
• On-site fitness and well-being center with in-person and virtual options
• Recreational amenities such as shuffleboard or ping pong

Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation to apply online, contact Premera Human Resources at  or .

The pay for this role will vary based on location, market conditions, and experience. The salary range is posted below; we target up to the midpoint of the range.

National Plus Salary Range: $47,400.00 - $71,100.00

* National Plus salary range applies in higher cost regions.

We’re happy to discuss compensation during the interview and are committed to creating an environment where all employees are celebrated for their unique skills and contributions.