Hybrid AP Specialist — Growth & Benefits

Merrill Gardens; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Public transportation reimbursement

Disability insurance

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Merrill Gardens, a privately-owned family company, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for our Corporate Office in Seattle (Eastlake), WA. The role emphasizes accurate invoice processing, vendor management, and collaboration with Operations and Accounting.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in accounts payable and GL, strong Excel skills, and English fluency. We offer a hybrid schedule, competitive benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma

AA accounting related field preferred

Tools

Excel

YARDI

Job description

Merrill Gardens, a privately-owned family company, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for our Corporate Office in Seattle (Eastlake), WA. The role emphasizes accurate invoice processing, vendor management, and collaboration with Operations and Accounting.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in accounts payable and GL, strong Excel skills, and English fluency. We offer a hybrid schedule, competitive benefits, and opportunities for advancement.