Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Title of Position: Accounting Clerk

Reports to: Controller

Location: Seattle, WA (Corporate Office)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 2-3 days in office rest from home

Job Type: Full-time, Temporary-to-Permanent

Compensation: $28 – $34 per hour, DOE

Position Overview

SumBridge is hiring a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our client's accounting team. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations, with a primary focus on full-cycle accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting support functions, and financial operations activities. It plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely processing of transactions, supporting month-end activities, and improving accounting workflows and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and takes ownership of accounting processes from start to finish. This position works closely with vendors, customers, internal departments, and leadership to support efficient financial operations across the organization.

Temporary-to-Permanent Opportunity

This position begins as a full-time temporary assignment with the intent to convert to a permanent, direct-hire role with our client. Conversion is typically evaluated after a successful initial assignment period and is based on performance and ongoing business need.

Benefits are available in both phases of the role:

• During the temporary assignment: healthcare coverage, paid time off (PTO), and holiday pay.
• Upon conversion to permanent: a comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; paid time off; paid holidays; and more

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable operations, including invoice review, coding, approvals, payment processing, vendor statement reconciliation, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Administer vendor onboarding and maintain vendor master records, including W-9 documentation, ACH/banking information, and compliance-related documentation.
• Process and reconcile corporate credit card transactions while ensuring accurate coding, supporting documentation, and timely follow-up on outstanding items.
• Support accounts receivable operations, including customer invoicing, payment application, collections support, and account reconciliation activities.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
• Assist with month-end close activities, reconciliations, reporting support, and audit preparation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments, vendors, and customers to resolve accounting and payment-related issues efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, workflows, and reporting efficiency.
• Support ongoing compliance with accounting procedures, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with financial reporting, account analysis, and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or operational accounting roles.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle AP and AR processes, account reconciliation, and financial recordkeeping.
• Experience working in ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including experience working with reconciliations, formulas, and large financial datasets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic operational environment.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NetSuite, Bill.com, and electronic document management systems.
• Familiarity with month-end close processes and audit support activities.
• Experience improving accounting workflows, documentation, or payment processes.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and accounting best practices.

Compensation and Benefits

• $28-34 per hour, based on education and experience. FLSA status is non-exempt.
• Benefits are offered during the temporary assignment and upon conversion to a permanent position, as outlined above.

Equal Opportunity

SumBridge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.