Accounts Payable Specialist

Merrill Gardens; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

EAP

Job summary

Merrill Gardens, a privately-owned family company, is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist at our Corporate Office in Seattle (Eastlake), WA. This role supports AP processing, vendor communications, and reconciliations within a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years in accounts payable and GL, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel; YARDI experience is a plus. Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days from home. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; AA degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• At least 4 years of accounts payable and general ledger experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Process Accounts Payable: enter invoices, coordinate payments, process expense reports, and handle check requests.
• Conduct regular and urgent check runs; maintain vendor records and research inquiries.
• Communicate with Operations and Accounting teams on AP workflow; provide support as a resource.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Independent work

Excel proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

YARDI

Job description

Merrill Gardens, a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success is currently hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist at our Corporate Office in Seattle (Eastlake), WA.

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our team members:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

• Paid time off – 9 holidays, 15 vacation days

  • 5 personal days (eligible employees).

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!

• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.

• Fitness reimbursement, pet insurance discounts, advanced pay, tuition reimbursement, and public transportation reimbursement.

• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

If you are someone with:

• A High School diploma (required) and an AA degree in accounting or a related field (preferred)

• At least 4 years of accounts payable and general ledger experience

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• A high level of proficiency in English (oral and written)

• The ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Proficiency in Excel (YARDI experience preferred)

The Accounts Payable Specialists responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Processing Accounts Payable, including entering invoices, coordinating payments, processing expense reports, and handling check requests

• Conducting regular and urgent check runs, maintaining vendor records, and researching vendor and employee inquiries

• Communicating regularly with Operations and Accounting teams on AP workflow, serving as a resource for support

• Preparing bank reconciliations and ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger

• Assisting with government reporting (e.g., sales taxes, 1099s, unclaimed property)

• Supporting special projects and other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:
This role requires regular use of a computer and may involve occasional lifting (up to 20 lbs), bending, or reaching. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire. Bonus target for this position: 5%.

Our missionis to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer