Accounts Payable Accountant

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 to internal and external customer service. Take pride in your work. Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work. Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible full-time employees. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave Potential shared earning bonus Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities Verizon wireless discount Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees Summary of desired skills and experience for the Skookum Accounts Payable Accountant: 3 – 5 years of previous accounting experience, preferred Bachelor’s in Business Administration or Accounting, asset A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance. Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position. To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application. Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance. Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@skookum.org. Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify Please submit a resume if you do not currently see an opportunity but are interested in working for Skookum Skookum has carried forward our social mission "creating opportunities for people with disabilities" in all that we aspire to be. From our humble beginnings in small-town America, we have grown to be the best value provider of choice in the defense industrial complex and aerospace manufacturing sectors. Skookum does this by first investing in our people. Skookum’s customers rely on Skookum to consistently deliver a quality product on time so that the customer in turn can accomplish their jobs. This drives Skookum’s core value proposition – We meet our mission when our customer meets their mission. This philosophy is critical to our success as a team. At Skookum, we work diligently to sharpen our leaders’ skills so they can provide exceptional client support. Skookum is dedicated to ensuring specialized recruitment, career advancement, and job training methods are employed across the nation. Skookum is a national leader in Disability and Veteran recruitment, hiring, and retention. We offer competitive wages and benefits, including providing professional growth opportunities. Working at Skookum is not just a job; it's a career to be proud of that allows us to positively influence others' lives each day! We currently support over 1,300 employees in 13 states, and we are growing every day across the nation.