Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Kent, WA, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 1550 Salary Range: $28.00 To $37.00 Hourly Step into the world of T&A Supply Company—where innovation meets tradition. For more than 60 years, we've been a trusted name in top-quality flooring solutions, proudly serving our customers with a legacy built on reliability, innovation, and service. We're excited to welcome a new Accounts Payable Specialist to our team! If you're looking for a role that encourages fresh ideas, collaboration, and continuous improvement, this could be the perfect fit. We're searching for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is ready to make a meaningful impact through hands‑on problem solving, customer‑focused service, and a commitment to excellence. If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you! This is more than just a job—it's a chance to grow your career with a company that values people, passion, and progress. Join the T&A Supply Company family and help shape the future of flooring. Job Summary Work Location: This is a fully onsite position. Remote and hybrid work are not available. The Accounts Payable person is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, ensuring all expenses are appropriate, supported, and properly recorded. This role requires the analytical review of vendor invoices, billing trends, and determination of billing validity. A successful candidate will be able to work with finance team members, vendor representatives, and cross‑functional counterparts in a collaborative environment. Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. What we offer Medical Insurance– Open Access Network plan through Cigna, includes Virtual Care and a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) funded by T&A Supply Company. Dental Insurance– Preventive, basic, and major dental services plus orthodontia coverage for children up to age19. Vision Insurance– Annual exams, glasses, and contacts. Life & Disability Insurance– Employer‑paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short and long‑term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans. Retirement Savings– 401(k) with employer match; Traditional and Roth options available. Paid Time Off– PTO, Extended Illness Bank (EIB), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave. Voluntary Plans– Optional accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage and identity theft protection. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)– Free, confidential counseling and referral services, available 24/7. Employee Discount Program – Discount on personal use flooring and installation products. Referral Bonus Program– Earn a bonus for successful employee referrals. Financial & Benefits Support– Free financial education services and concierge‑style benefit advocates. What you will be doing Post business transactions, process invoices, verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records Provide other clerical support necessary to pay the obligations of the organization Maintain meticulous records of outstanding payables Ensure the accuracy of an organization’s financial documents for payment,auditing,and tax purposes Protect businesses against unintentional overpayment Practice effective monitoring to ensure payments are made to vendors in a timely manner Clarify any questionable invoice items,prices or receiving signatures Assemble and review invoices to be completed for payment Maintain copies of vouchers, invoices or correspondence necessary for files Type periodic reports and other records Obtain proper information and/or data regarding invoice payments Check vendor files for any previous payments and assign voucher numbers Prepare vouchers listing invoice number, date, vendor address, item description, amounts and coding per accounting policies and procedures Verify invoices against purchase orders and ensure goods or services were received before issuing payment to vendors Assist with the development of policies, procedures, and internal controls Perform month and year end closing procedures Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned What we are looking for Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; or an associate's degree with five (5) or more years of relevant finance or accounting experience. Experience working with ERP or accounting systems, such as Oracle or SAP. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. T&A Supply Company Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and applicants will be considered for transfers, promotions, and employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr