Accounts Payable Specialist for Tribal Government Ops

Jamestown Sklallam Tribe; Sequim (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe in Sequim, WA is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the AP Lead in daily accounts payable operations for tribal government functions. The role requires a strong bookkeeping background, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Full-time position located in Sequim, with travel as needed. Prior experience with tribal governments and AP software is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required or four years of fund accounting experience.
• Two years of bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of fund accounting software and/or electronic purchasing systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Criminal background check and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing electronic purchase requisition system for tribal operations and post invoices to the accounting system.
• Assist with vendor onboarding and maintain current W-9s; organize contracts and records.
• Support staff with correspondence, reports and vendor communications.
• Provide backup in AP tasks and participate in department projects.
• Assist with weekly check runs and timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile monthly vendor statements under AP Lead direction.
• Collect attendance records for tribal committee meetings and assist with stipends.
• Distribute AP checks weekly and process online vendor payments.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Bookkeeping

Vendor onboarding

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Time management

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Fund accounting software

Electronic purchasing systems

Job description

Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe in Sequim, WA is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the AP Lead in daily accounts payable operations for tribal government functions. The role requires a strong bookkeeping background, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Full-time position located in Sequim, with travel as needed. Prior experience with tribal governments and AP software is beneficial.