Accounting Specialist - AP Focus

Seattle Chocolate Company is looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist, with a focus in Accounts Payable. The ideal candidate would have at least three years of AP experience and be ready to learn more to expand their career in accounting.

A bit about working with us: We make chocolate, and we have fun doing it! We value collaboration and creativity, and source ideas from every department - whether we’re coming up with a new chocolate bar flavor or an engaging marketing campaign. Work-life balance is key; we encourage our team members to fully “clock out” at the end of the day – no late-night emails here! Protecting the earth and empowering its people are key to every part of our operations, and we love finding people that are as passionate about that as we are. Any other questions? Just ask!

Schedule and expected hours: This hybrid position requires on-site attendance for 3 days per week. Full-time, day shift. 32 hours/week, with the possibility of up to 40 hours/week, based on demands of the business. Flex hours Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Compensation: $26-$28/hour, depending on experience.

Reports to: VP of Finance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gather supplier invoices digitally.
• Distribute supplier invoices for approval.
• Post and reconcile supplier invoices.
• Manage supplier monthly statements and keep accounts current.
• Assist with weekly check runs and ACH batches.
• Assist with monthly reconciliations.
• Maintain W-9s for new suppliers.
• Work in collaboration with other Accounting team members for backup and support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience/Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in AP.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Adobe skills.
• Able to establish and meet work priorities.
• Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Food industry experience a plus.
• Ability to multi-task and communicate with all involved departments and parties.
• Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous.
• Detail-oriented.
• Autonomous/independent - enjoys working with little direction.

Seattle Chocolate Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and / or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department.

Seattle Chocolate Company participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

This position requires 3 days of on-site attendance per week, at our headquarters in Tukwila, WA.

Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• (EAP) Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee discount
• Tuition reimbursement