Accounts Payable Specialist — Growth & Vendor Payments

We’re hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a well-established, family-owned company in the equipment distribution and service industry based in Portland, OR. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants to grow within a stable organization that truly values its employees. The company is known for its strong culture, long-tenured team, and commitment to promoting from within, along with a comprehensive benefits package. In this role, you’ll take ownership of the expense side of accounts payable, working closely with vendors and internal teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial operations. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day accounts payable functions with a focus on expense processing and vendor support Communicate with vendors via phone and email to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries, and account issues Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, invoices, and receipts Review, code, and enter invoices accurately and in a timely manner Verify proper authorization for all non-PO invoices Maintain accurate vendor records in systems and tracking files Generate weekly payment selections and process approved payments Run daily discount selections to maximize early payment savings Match invoices to payments for internal review and approval Coordinate check distribution, including mailing and internal delivery Maintain organized AP records through filing and scanning Review vendor statements and resolve missing invoices or discrepancies Investigate and resolve duplicate or unmatched invoices and receiving issues Support month-end close by completing AP processes and running reports Review AP reports to identify potential issues or inconsistencies Administer Certificates of Insurance for vendors Prepare annual 1099 filings Cross-train within accounting to support team coverage as needed Qualifications 1–2 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team Highly organized with strong attention to detail Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability Technical Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Experience with an ERP or accounting system (any platform) Comfortable using standard office and business systems Why This Opportunity Stable, family-owned company with a strong reputation Employee-focused culture with high retention Clear opportunities for growth and internal advancement Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr AppleOne Employment Services