Accounts Payable Manager (Open Until Filled)

Tulalip Tribes; Tulalip Bay (WA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tulalip Tribes is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accurate end-to-end processing, vendor management, and compliance. This role oversees IRS reporting (1099/1042) and maintains AP policies while guiding the AP team.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in AP and direct accounting, with ERP experience and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. This is a full-time position in the Finance department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; a Bachelor's degree preferred or substituted by relevant experience.
• Five years in Accounts Payable processing.
• Five years in direct accounting, including general ledger and financial reporting.
• Five years in Fund and/or General Accounting concepts.
• Five years in supervisory role with ERP systems.
• Five years with GASB preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable processing and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Lead AP policies and procedures and vendor management.
• Manage cash disbursements and employee reimbursements.
• Supervise, develop, and evaluate the AP team.
• Ensure timely IRS reporting, including Forms 1099 and 1042, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

General Ledger

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting or similar field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Tulalip Tribes

The Tulalip Tribes publicly announces that Indian Preference in hiring shall apply to Tulalip Tribal job opportunities according to our Preference Code.

DEPARTMENT

Finance

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager provides leadership, oversight, and direction for the Accounts Payable (AP) function, ensuring staff have the guidance, resources, and knowledge necessary to perform their duties accurately and efficiently. This position is accountable for the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including AP policies, procedures, vendor management, cash disbursements, employee reimbursements, and the supervision, development, and performance management of the AP team. The Manager is responsible for the overall administration and accountability of the AP department, ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices and payments while delivering high-quality financial, clerical, and administrative services. The role oversees annual IRS reporting requirements, including Forms 1099 and 1042, ensuring submissions are completed accurately and within required deadlines. The Manager maintains current knowledge of IRS regulations related to domestic and foreign payments, Accounts Payable best practices, and Tribal policies and procedures to ensure compliance and effective operations.

COMPENSATION

$36.86 hr.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting or similar field. *Relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

MINIMUM RELATED EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of experience working with Accounts Payable processing.
• Five (5) years of experience with direct accounting, including general ledger and financial reporting.
• Five (5) years of experience with Fund and/or General Accounting concepts.
• Five (5) years of experience in a Supervisory role, working with Enterprise Resource Planning systems.
• Five (5) years of experience with GASB preferred.

SKILLS TESTING

• General Ledger

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a regular Full-time position.