Accounts Payable Specialist

About the Company and Opportunity

CFS has partnered with a long-standing Portland company in the design and materials industry to help them find a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team.

Our client is well-established and growing, known for its commitment to craftsmanship, collaboration, and exceptional customer service. The team is friendly, fast-paced, and highly collaborative - perfect for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on, detail-driven environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and team-focused - someone who takes ownership of their work, enjoys the rhythm of AP, and values accuracy, consistency, and collaboration.

Overview of the Role

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for full-cycle AP processing, ensuring invoices and payments are handled accurately and efficiently. This position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy office setting.

Key Responsibilities

Review, code, and process vendor invoices in accordance with company policies.

Match purchase orders, receiving documentation, and invoices for accuracy.

Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and credit card reconciliations.

Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies or payment issues.

Assist with month-end closing activities related to AP, including accruals and reconciliations.

Maintain vendor files and ensure W-9 and other compliance documents are current.

Support the accounting and operations teams with administrative and reporting tasks as needed.

Requirements

Experience in Accounts Payable or a related accounting role.

Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, and VLOOKUPs preferred).

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document review.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Dependable, professional, and organized.

Work Environment

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 30 AM to 5 : 00 PM

Work Setting : 100% onsite in SE Portland

Dress Code : Business casual

Department Structure : Collaborative team reporting to the Controller and Operations Manager

$48,000 - $52,000

Please submit resume for immediate consideration.

Tia McKeen, Senior Managing Director - Staffing

Timing is everything. Whether you are aggressively in a job search or simply passive for the ideal position, we would like to have the chance to share our opportunities with you. We specialize in placement for accounting and finance professionals. Many of our positions are not posted on the internet. Please contact me for more information about this role as well as other opportunities.