Accounting Assistant- Part Time

Pacific Energy Concepts; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gain Share Bonus (up-to 10%)

4% 401k Matching with no vesting

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance 90%

PTO

Casual work environment

Job summary

Pacific Energy Concepts in Vancouver, WA is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our accounting team in a part-time role, focusing on accounts payable, expense reporting, and vendor maintenance.

Based at our Downtown Vancouver headquarters, the position averages around 30 hours per week with a hiring range of $21.50–$27.00 per hour and a collaborative, growth-minded culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2-5 years’ experience of related work.
• Previous administrative, accounts payable, bookkeeping, or accounting experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Manage AP Inbox, communication with vendors, and with team members.
• Utilize AP automation function.
• Assist with making online payments when applicable.
• Review invoice information and supporting documentation for completeness.
• Assist with monthly accounts payable reconciliation and research discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain organized AP records and documentation in accordance with established processes.
• Escalate invoice discrepancies or unusual transactions to the Accounting Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Time management

Confidentiality

Deadline-driven

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or related coursework in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you a self-motivated, difference maker with a growth mindset? If you answered yes, then we’re excited to hear from you.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our Accounting team part-time here at PEC (Pacific Energy Concepts), but before we dive into the nitty-gritty, we’d love to tell you a bit about us.

We’ve been around for over 17 years and are an innovative, growing company that’s making a significant, industry-wide impact. Our core values, Build to Last, Do the Right Thing, Play to Win, and Push the Envelope, aren’t the typical empty talking points you’ll find floating around, they’re fundamental to the people we are and the people we hire.

With deep knowledge of the energy-efficiency industry, we are experts in designing, developing, and deploying customized energy-efficiency solutions in complex and specialized environments. This is why brands like Costco, IKEA, Jeld-Wen and Alaska Airlines (to name a few of the 5000+ companies we work with) put their trust in us.

The Job

The Accounting Assistant provides part-time administrative and transactional support to the Accounting team, primarily supporting accounts payable, expense reporting, and vendor account maintenance. This role helps ensure routine accounting activities are completed accurately and on time while supporting the department’s day-to-day operations.

This position is based in-person in our Downtown Vancouver, WA headquarters. This is a part-time position, averaging around 30 hours per week.

The hiring range for this position is $21.50 - $27.00 per hour.

Core Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Manage AP Inbox, communication with vendors, and with team members.
• Utilize AP automation function.
• Assist with making online payments when applicable.
• Review invoice information and supporting documentation for completeness.
• Assist with monthly accounts payable reconciliation and research discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain organized AP records and documentation in accordance with established processes.
• Escalate invoice discrepancies or unusual transactions to the Accounting Manager.

Expense Reporting

• Review employee expense reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Verify that appropriate general ledger accounts, departments, and projects are applied.
• Identify missing documentation or coding issues and follow up as needed.
• Escalate exceptions or questions to the Accounting Manager for review.

Vendor Administration and 1099 Support

• Maintain vendor records, account information, and online vendor portals.
• Assist with collecting and maintaining vendor documentation.
• Review vendor information for accuracy and update records as needed.
• Support annual 1099 preparation by reviewing vendor records and identifying missing or incorrect information.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required
• Associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2-5 years’ experience of related work.
• Previous administrative, accounts payable, bookkeeping, or accounting experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to organize work and manage recurring deadlines.
• Comfortable working with financial information and maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to follow established processes while identifying questions or discrepancies that need additional review.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other business systems, with the ability to learn new software.
• Collaborative and willing to assist with other accounting-related tasks as business needs arise.

A valid, insurable driver’s license is required.

PEC is not able to provide sponsorship for work visas. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Working with some of the best and brightest in energy-efficiency comes with lots of perks. We’re a collaborative bunch who are passionate about our work and devoted to the well-being of our fellow team members. We offer some of the best benefits around and we think you’ll be impressed!

• Gain Share Bonus (up-to 10%)
• 4% 401k Matching with no vesting schedule
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance covered 90%
• PTO
• Casual work environment, team lunches, team trips, the list goes on...

Quick moment to brag, we were recently highlighted by Inc. Magazine in their 2026 Best Places to Work list. Check us out at: Inc. Best Places to Work

Employment with PEC is contingent upon completing a drug & background screen.

PEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals.

We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.

PEC’s commitment to providing equal employment opportunities extends to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline and access to benefits and training.