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Accounts Payable Specialist III

Full-time

Ledgent Finance & Accounting

Accounts Payable Specialist III - Contract-to-Hire

Location: Onsite - Vancouver, WA



Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist III to manage full-cycle accounts payable operations in a high-volume environment. This role is responsible for invoice processing, vendor account management, reconciliations, payment accuracy, and month-end support. The ideal candidate will have strong ERP experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies while maintaining positive vendor and internal relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process and review high-volume vendor invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Verify supporting documentation, including purchase orders, invoices, receipts, freight charges, discounts, and payment details.
  • Maintain and reconcile the accounts payable ledger, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
  • Research, analyze, and resolve billing, payment, and vendor discrepancies.
  • Assist with month-end close activities, including accrual support and reporting.
  • Partner with internal departments and external vendors to resolve issues and maintain strong working relationships.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable tax requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and workflow efficiency.
  • Maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.
  • Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience.
  • Experience working in a B2B environment.
  • Strong ERP system experience required.
  • AP automation software experience is a plus.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
  • Ability to process high transaction volumes with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.

Ideal Background

  • High-volume invoice processing
  • Vendor reconciliations and account maintenance
  • Purchase order matching and invoice review
  • Month-end accounting support
  • ERP systems and accounting software
  • Process improvement and workflow optimization
  • Team-oriented accounting environment

Work Environment

  • Fully onsite position
  • Professional office setting
  • Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a stable organization and play a key role in managing complex AP operations, vendor relationships, and process improvements within a collaborative accounting team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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