AP/Payroll Clerk

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 of 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 will celebrate 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 and bi-weekly payroll activities in a timely manner and performs other accounting and general office support.

Essential Functions:

• Administer and perform payroll operations and procedures required to ensure that bi-weekly payroll processing activities are completed timely and accurately
• Enter accounts payable vendor invoices and route for proper approval
• Process vendor payments and resolve payment issues as needed
• Responsible for new vendor setup and maintenance
• Reconcile general ledger accounts for payroll and accounts payable
• Run reports required to support management information needs and HR Department reporting requirements and operating needs
• 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 Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school, or three or more years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred relevant experience with payroll processing systems and procedures or in another related administrative capacity requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and analytical capability.
• Experience with UKG strongly preferred.
• 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.
• Ability to develop working knowledge of First Fed HR policies and practices, including employee paid leave and retirement programs.
• 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.