Accounts Payable Specialist (Hybrid – Kent, WA)

Location: Kent (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)
Pay Rate: $28–$34/hour (DOE)
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join a collaborative team in Kent, WA. This role is responsible for managing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate is organized, deadline-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices, including coding, matching, and data entry

• Perform three-way matching (invoice, purchase order, receiving documentation)

• Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices via check, ACH, or wire

• Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries

• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies

• Assist with month-end close by preparing AP accruals and reports

• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls

• Prepare and maintain documentation for audits

• Support process improvements and system enhancements within AP

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience

• Experience with high-volume invoice processing

• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, data entry, sorting/filtering)

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automated AP systems or OCR tools

• Background in a multi-entity or fast-paced environment

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Benefits:

LHH Recruitment Solutions benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

If you are interested in this or other job opportunities available through LHH Recruitment Solutions, please submit your resume today at www.LHH.com!

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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