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Skookum Educational Programs Accounts Payable Accountant in Bremerton, Washington
Join Skookum and make a difference! Skookum is: A national leader in employment of individuals with disabilities and veterans. Comprised of a growing dynamic team of social entrepreneurs. Operating self-sustaining businesses across 13 states and the District of Columbia, with over 1,300 employees. Dedicated to providing incredible customer experience to our federal and private-sector customers. Committed to providing an incredible employee support and development program, tailored to the social mission. Location: Bremerton, Washington Type: non-exempt (hourly) Compensation: $26.25 - $38.08 per hour (Skookum's compensation strategy is to position new employees between the minimum and midpoint of this range, depending on qualifications and experience.) Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm (flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs. Hybrid in-person at the Home Office and remote schedule possible.) Skookum's Bremerton, Washington Home Office supports nationwide operations through highly trained and motivated professionals in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more. As a Accounts Payable Accountant, you'll... Perform accounting tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. Work independently to prepare all supplier invoices and expense reports for 6-8 Main Contracts including getting approvals, coding, data entry, maintaining purchase order trackers, and processing for payment. Support team members as needed to complete work activities on time. Handle high volume accounts payable transactions - Receive, code, process, and reconcile a wide variety of accounting documents such as invoices, employee reimbursements, credit card expenses, vendor statements and petty cash. Prioritize invoices according to payment terms. Review and validate all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment. Identify when to self-assess sales and use tax. Record self-assessed sales taxes by calculating requirements on reportable transactions at entry point. Review and update all accounts payable data entry, as well as ensure accuracy in general ledgers prior to payment and month end closing. Responsible for maintenance and distribution of all emails in the AP email inbox. Receive, research, and resolve routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status and statement discrepancies. Serve as liaison between departments and vendors in resolution of administrative problems and inquires. Responsible for coordinating new vendor setups and ensure accuracy of associated documentation. Research and prepare variance analysis and explanations in coordination with Project Accountants. Assist in month end closing. Ability to organize and prioritize work based on business needs and competing timelines Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices. Suggests process improvements to continually work on efficiencies in the payment process. Maintain Exceptional Customer Service to all internal and external customers to include prompt and timely communications and requesting confirmation of deadline timeframes. Be a Solution driven team member focused on exceptional results and opportunities. Actively seeking opportunities for Cross Training within the Finance Team. Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential. *All other duties as assigned You'd make an excellent Accounts Payable Accountant if you: Consider yourself a people person. Love working on collaborative teams. Are dedicated