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Accounts Payable Specialist

Company: First Federal
Location: Port Angeles
Posted on: September 15, 2023

Job Description:

Description
Who We Are
First Fed is a local community bank on an exciting growth trajectory with 16 locations in 5 counties across Washington. We are committed to investing in our amazing team and technologies which enable better service for our customers and communities. In 2021, First Fed was recognized as a Best Workplace by Puget Sound Business Journal and a Best Bank by Forbes, Peninsula Daily News, and Bellingham Alive.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds - our diversity makes us stronger. In 2023, we are celebrating our first 100 years of service.
Our Values
Optimism: We are positive and decisive. We believe the future will be better than the past. Our attitude demonstrates persistence which leads to success.
Initiative: We are self-starters and find innovative solutions. We are courageous, entrepreneurial, and passionate. We take action for good.
Respect: We include individuals from diverse backgrounds and with different perspectives. We are committed to honoring and serving others.
Growth: We learn and adapt so we can continually improve. We believe in personal growth through grit and determination.
Ownership: We are invested in our endeavors. We are accountable and take responsibility for our actions and decisions.
Position Purpose: Process accounts payable activities in a timely manner and perform other accounting and general office support. Essential Functions:



  • Manage, respond to, and organize Accounts Payable email box


  • Enter daily vendor invoices and route for proper approval


  • Process weekly vendor payments and resolve payment issues as needed


  • Responsible for new vendor setup and maintenance


  • Reconcile general ledger accounts for accounts payable


  • Maintain prepaid sub-ledger and verify accuracy of GL distributions.


  • Prepare and generate prepaid entries and reports each month and review balances to assure proper GL posting


  • Perform assigned daily tasks to include journal entry posting, wire transfers, and reporting


  • Maintain desktop procedures manual


  • Provide excellent internal and external customer service as the department's primary contact.


  • Perform related duties and responsibilities as required


    Qualifications/Requirements:


    • Typically requires either two years college or technical school in business or related field, or 2+ years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience


    • Preferred relevant experience with accounts payable systems and procedures or in another related administrative capacity requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and analytical capability.


    • The ability to provide efficient and courteous customer service and support via telephone and in person is required along with excellent organizational, communication, and administrative skills.


    • Attention to detail, effective skills in problem analysis and resolution and excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary, along with accurate mathematical, technical, and analytical skills and highly effective organizational skills.


    • Ability to develop working knowledge of First Fed organization and functions including locations and personnel at those locations and the ability to develop and maintain a working knowledge of First Fed policies, procedures, and systems will be necessary.


    • Excellent computer skills and proficiency at an intermediate level in all MS Office applications. Strong Excel skills required.


      Physical Requirements:
      The work requires the ability to operate office machines and equipment, such as personal computers, printers, copying machines and telephones. The work requires the ability to communicate clearly with customers, coworkers, and others in person and on telephones. Work activities involve combinations of sitting/standing for extended periods.
      Pay Range


      • The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $35.69hr


      • The typical hiring range for this position is min $21.00 - $24.09hr


      • The hiring range may be adjusted accordingly for final candidates in areas with a higher cost of living.


      • The incentive plan for this position is the Staff Support Incentive plan. It is paid out quarterly with a 5% target payout.


      • Employees will be eligible for our benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans (401k with company match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan), gym membership reimbursement, discounts on our banking products, and more! Additional information on our benefits package can be viewed at https://www.ourfirstfed.com/careers


        Qualifications
        Education
        Preferred

        • Associates or better in Business Administration

          Experience
          Required

          • 2 years: Typically requires either two years college or technical school in business or related field, or 2+ years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

            Preferred

            • Preferred relevant experience with accounts payable systems and procedures or in another related administrative capacity requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and analytical capability.

              Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
              The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Keywords: First Federal, Edmonds , Accounts Payable Specialist, Other , Port Angeles, Washington

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