Accounts Payable Associate (Entry-Level Contract)

Southland Industries; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries seeks an entry-level Accounts Payable professional to support the Corporate AP functions, processing approximately 150 invoices daily with a 95% accuracy rate. The role emphasizes processing AP documents per company procedures, two/three-way match, and routine approvals.

The position is a 3–6 month contract with responsibilities across AP tasks and collaboration with the team to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Basic understanding of full cycle accounts payable
• Willingness to learn quickly, ask questions when unsure, and have a desire to grow within the department.
• One to three years of Accounts Payable experience, including one year in a full cycle accounts payable environment.
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Team players that work well with other team members to achieve departmental goals and service level expectations.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn multiple accounting systems quickly
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, fraud prevention procedures, and accounting standards

Responsibilities

• Process routine Accounts Payable invoices including two/three-way match and overhead invoices while following departmental standard operating procedures.
• Review invoices for completeness and ensure required documentation and approvals are obtained.
• Process invoice information accurately into the Company’s ERP and any other accounts payable systems.
• Route invoices accurately for approval.
• Assist with other accounts payable workload, when needed.
• Follow established internal controls, accounting policies and departments’ standard operating procedures.

Job description

Southland Industries seeks an entry-level Accounts Payable professional to support the Corporate AP functions, processing approximately 150 invoices daily with a 95% accuracy rate. The role emphasizes processing AP documents per company procedures, two/three-way match, and routine approvals.

The position is a 3–6 month contract with responsibilities across AP tasks and collaboration with the team to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.