Accounts Payable Specialist

A GREAT PLACE TO WORK AND BANK

Join our team! 1st Security Bank team members deliver service that "WOWs" each other and our customers. We value relationships, teamwork, community, and professional growth in a safe, friendly, and progressive workplace. We celebrate diversity and support equality for all. If you share these core values and are committed to career excellence, let us help you reach your dreams!

If you are the type of individual that would enjoy working at one of the Puget Sound's Best Places to Work for 9 years in a row and focuses on providing an exceptional client experience, then 1st Security Bank is the place for you. 1st Security Bank was named a bronze medal winner in its class in the Puget Sound Business Journal's Best Workplaces contest in its first year nominated and is also consistently rated a 5 star Bank in Washington State by Bauer Financial, an independent bank rating firm.

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing and paying invoices and employee expense reports; validating and maintaining vendor information; and processing annual 1099 filings; ensuring timely and accurate payment processing and reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Enter, code and route invoices in Accounting software according to company policies and procedures.

• Prepare and process invoice payments twice a week (checks and ACH) and save reports for review.

• Mail checks in a timely and efficient manner.

• Review and process employees’ expense reports for payment.

• Prepare a monthly file for payroll to process employee reimbursements.

• Prepare, review, and electronically submit 1099-MISC & 1099-NEC information to the IRS annually.

• Responsible for all internal staff and external customers (vendors, government agencies, etc.) in resolving accounts payable issues via email, phone, or direct communications.

• Provide assistance with the monthly close process.

• Regularly maintain all desktop procedures for position.

• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for individual or family plan.

• Life insurance.

• Long-term disability insurance.

• 401K matching program.

• Paid sick and vacation time.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Relationship Driven - we strive to "WOW" (surprise, excite and delight) each other and our customers.

• Ethical - fair, honest and act with integrity.

• Lead by Example - maintain a positive attitude, show respect for others, and have some fun!

• Accountable - we take our responsibilities seriously and we meet our commitments with urgency.

• Team Player - dependable, enthusiastic contributor to team success and to the greater good of the bank.

• Embrace Dreams - we encourage each other to reach for our dreams.

• Diversity - we celebrate diversity and support equality for all.

• Community Oriented - we actively support our communities and the Bank's CRA initiatives.

• Open and Honest Communication - always professional, responsive, and timely.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• AA in Accounting or equivalent work experience and at least two years accounting experience preferably in the banking industry.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are required.

• High level of discernment and protection of private non-public information are required.

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with team members, external department employees and vendors.

• Knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering policies, procedures, and related programs.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in Microsoft Office Products (mainly Excel and Word) and other general ledger software and applications; Prologue and Certify a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will operate in a general office environment, using office equipment such as a phone and a computer. The employee must be able to bend and squat occasionally when accessing storage.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate as compared to a private office with light foot traffic and office equipment. The employee must be able and willing to interact frequently with the general public.