Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Woodinville, WA 98072

Employment Type: Contract

Job Number: 31863

Industry: COMM - Communications Equipment

Job Description

Position Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist with our client located in Woodinville, Washington. Job Responsibilities: Full-Cycle AP Management: Execute the end-to-end accounts payable process, including high-volume entry of both PO and non-PO invoices with a high degree of accuracy. The ideal candidate will utilize critical thinking and advanced problem solving skills to address complex questions as they arise, demonstrating a proactive willingness to research and reference past transactions to ensure accuracy and consistency in processes. International AP Operations: Manage relationships with suppliers from different countries, accurately processing invoices and payments in multiple currencies. Payment Strategy: Prepare and perform weekly payment runs Audit & Compliance: Verify coding, approvals, and vendor setup. Maintain rigorous W-9 records and lead the annual 1099 reporting process. Discrepancy Resolution: Research and resolve complex invoice discrepancies and 'blocked' payments by partnering with procurement and external vendors. Vendor Relations: Reconcile vendor statements and correspond with vendors to respond to inquiries and resolve billing issues. Month-End Close: Support the Accounting Manager with month-end reporting, AP accruals, and annual audit preparation. Ad Hoc Support: Assist with special projects and other accounting duties as necessary to support the finance team.

Job Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required. Accounting degree highly preferred. Technical Expertise: Direct experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP is required. Proficiency in navigating subledger accounting and GL distributions within this platform is essential. Industry Background: Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume AP setting—specifically within the technology or manufacturing sectors. Attention to Detail: Absolute commitment to accuracy; must have a proven track record of catching coding errors and maintaining clean financial data. Accounting Knowledge: Solid understanding of accounting principles, specifically regarding prepaid expenses and the three-way match (PO/Receipt/Invoice). Professionalism: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills for effective vendor management and cross-departmental coordination. Adaptability: Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines during month-end or audit cycles. Experience: The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of accounts payable management. General accounting experience is a plus.

Job Details: Job Type: Contract Pay Rate Range: $38/hr-$45/hr. Location: Woodinville, WA. ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required. Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.