Accounts Payable Specialist

AgWest Farm Credit•Spokane, WA

5h•$40,000 - $57,800•Hybrid

About The Position

AgWest Farm Credit is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in a seven-state territory in the Western United States. AgWest is part of the 100+ year-old Farm Credit System – the leading provider of credit to American agriculture. AgWest champions the growth and advancement of agriculture, the value of rural communities, and the vital contribution our customers make to the economy and society. We serve customers in 59 locations throughout the West. We are in search of an Accounts Payable Specialist I to join our Controllers department in Spokane, Washington (Headquarters). This full-time position reports to the Director, Corporate Accounting and supports the Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions, with a focus on invoice processing, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliations. After an initial in-office training period, this position is eligible for workplace flexibility and a one-time home office stipend. Employees are expected to continue working from their office location a minimum of 50% or 60% of the time depending on location.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in accounting, business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least one year of relevant experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to maintain confidentiality as required and appropriate
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working with accounts payable and general ledger systems
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies and/or issues

Responsibilities

Process invoices and employee expense reimbursement requests for payment; ensure appropriate approvals are documented and transactions are keyed to appropriate general ledger accounts.
Prepare checks and EFT transactions daily; provide necessary information to ensure timely processing of payments with appropriate vendor documentation.
Support general ledger activities including creating journal entries and assisting with information necessary for accruals.
Complete account reconciliations and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.
Identify and provide appropriate fixed assets and lease payment information to Controller staff necessary for maintaining the fixed asset and leasing subledgers.
Process payments for credit cards; access credit card system to research issues and back up staff primarily responsible for clearing credit card transactions.
Process and maintain records for expensing telecom to appropriate general ledger accounts and cost centers.
Identify and report employee taxable items and process 1099 information for vendors.
Actively monitor accounts payable email inbox for payment requests or questions and respond timely to emails and customer calls.
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Other duties as assigned.