Accounts Payable Specialist

Lutheran Community Services Northwest•SeaTac, WA

45d

About The Position

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU: As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees—because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance Life insurance coverage at no cost to you Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked) Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked) 12 paid agency recognized holidays 2 floating holidays to use your way 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies) Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: The Accounts Payable Specialist contributes to Lutheran Community Services Northwest’s mission by providing exceptional service to our internal and external partners. The Accounts Payable Specialist works closely with operations partners and is a valued resource for our Districts.

Requirements

Full cycle AP experience
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to research and problem solve
Basic accounting knowledge in order to research and resolve accounting issue
Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables/vlookups) preferred
Prior experience with MIP Software preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong customer service orientation
Desire to work with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives
Entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to be flexible and responsive to changing priorities. Ability to work collaboratively, exercising good judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to achieve shared goals
Ability to be self-directed, take ownership, and see projects to completion in a timely manner
High-level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe
Minimum 2 years of experience in the procure-to-pay function
Minimum 2 years working with an enterprise-class ERP
MIP ERP systems
Expense reporting system such as Expensify, Concur

Nice To Haves

Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables/vlookups) preferred
Prior experience with MIP Software preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure proper documentation and authorization on all payable invoices.
Accurate and timely entry of payables into accounting system (MIP).
Process the payment of outstanding payables, including employee expense reimbursements, (checks, credit cards and wires).
Review and process employee expense reports according to policy.
Maintain effective vendor data and relationships.
Research and resolve vendor discrepancies and inquiries.
Maintain proper files for paid vouchers, fixed asset purchases and other required documentation as needed.
Cross train and assist with the payroll as needed.
Other accounting functions as needed.

Benefits

A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays to use your way
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status