AP/AR Specialist (PT Temporary)

Jet Parts Engineering, Inc.; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work one day per week

Onsite gym

Company events

Philanthropy throughout the year

Job summary

Jet Parts Engineering LLC in Seattle, WA is seeking a personable, customer service oriented Accounting Specialist to support a private equity owned aerospace company. This part-time temporary role covers accounts receivable, credit management, accounts payable, and related tasks within a finance team.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of relevant experience, a BA in business/finance/accounting preferred, and solid Excel/Word/Outlook skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, finance, or accounting preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook required; ERP experience preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with customers, management and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Accounts receivable: receipts, cash application, invoice posting, collections and credit management.
• Accounts payable: invoice entry, three-way matching, payment processing.
• Assist with internal and external financial and tax audits and documentation.
• Participate in other accounting duties as needed across the department.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for a personable, customer service-oriented candidate that has the accounting background along with experience in heavy receivables and working with clients to resolve any issues! The (PT Temporary) accounting specialist is responsible for supporting an experienced finance team within a successful private equity owned aerospace company, Jet Parts Engineering LLC. This position performs a multitude of accounting activities including accounts receivable, credit management, accounts payable, and other accounting related tasks. The position requires excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. A working knowledge of office processes and related computer software and electronic communication tools is essential, as is the ability to communicate with all levels of staff.

Specific Responsibilities And Accountability

• Various accounts receivable functions including receipts, cash application, invoice posting, collections and credit management
• Various accounts payable functions including invoice entry, purchase order three-way matching, and payment processing
• Assist with internal and external financial and tax audit and documentation compilation
• Other duties, responsibilities and special projects may be assigned. The team member is expected to work in other areas of the accounting department when needed to assist operations and perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.

Experience & Skills

• Distribution and/or manufacturing background preferred
• 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Experience working with ERP systems preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, Finance, or Accounting preferred

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a standard office environment; Noise level is moderate in the work area.
• Ability to communicate well orally with customers, management and co-workers is crucial. Regular use of phone and email communication is essential. Hearing and vision correctable within normal ranges is essential for conversations, receiving information and preparing and inspecting documents.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods up to 50% of the time for computer use or maintain equipment in and around your desk. Occasional lifting of boxes, event materials, parts, swag or procured items up to 25lbs.
• Must have good vision, and hearing with manual dexterity for computer work.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a part-time temporary hourly position approximately 6 months due to team member on maternity leave. Hourly rate is ($26.44 - $31.25) commensurate with experience and skills. Schedule is M-F approximately 8 hours daily

Employees enjoy a diverse, positive, team-oriented environment. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment with remote work 1 day per week. Other perks include an onsite gym and other company events and philanthropy throughout the year.