Commencement Bay Corrugated is a full service corrugated box plant, founded and incorporated in 1980. The 360,000 square feet plant employs approximately 175 people. CBC manufactures custom boxes and sheets for customers located in the Western United States, including Hawaii and Alaska. Our customers consist of a variety of industries, including fresh produce, processed foods, meat, fish, beverage, and industrial packaging.

CBC offers its employees a positive & rewarding work environment, along with excellent pay and benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/long term disability, matching 401K (Roth & pre-tax options), paid leave (PTO/vacation/holiday), gym benefits, profit sharing bonus potential, etc.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will have a variety of functions which include managing accounts payable and month/quarter/year-end close, as well as various other AP functions, with a focus on producing accurate and timely financial reports, regulatory compliance, internal controls, documentation, and continuous process improvement projects. This position will work closely with other departments to provide reliable data, reporting, and analytics critical to business decisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the Accounts Payable Inbox.
• Routes invoices through a document management system and obtains approvals from non-PO invoices.
• Reviews and reconciles invoices in the system, verifying that the receivers, PO's and invoices match.
• Researches any accounts payable issues.
• Manages the AP workflow process.
• Reviews GL coding and tax status.
• Prepares weekly ACH and check runs, and monitors vendor invoices, taking advantage of vendor discounts.
• Follows up on open invoices and works closely with internal departments to make sure billings are approved and paid timely.
• Processes reimbursements.
• Supports in the timely completion of the monthly, quarterly and yearly close.
• Supports and acts as backup for Accounts Receivable.
• Sets up vendors and collects the required W9 information.
• Prepares yearly 1099s.
• Works as a team player and bridge between accounting & other functional areas to optimize business processes & facilitate an understanding of financial results.
• Performs with strong organizational and critical thinking skills to handle numerous details, deadlines, and requests accurately.
• Supports continuous improvement projects.
• Has the ability to work overtime at month end or when necessary.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and REQUIRED SKILLS

• 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Working knowledge of GL coding.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (knowledge of use of pivot tables, v-lookup, sorting data, etc.).
• Strong ability to work as part of a team, with a high degree of self-direction and motivation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work with all levels of management.
• Must be very detailed-oriented and flexible within an ever-changing environment.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• This position is a full-time on-site position. Are you available to work on-site?
• What is the top skill that you possess that would make you successful in this role?
• Have you been employed by Commencement Bay Corrugated, Seattle Tacoma Box Co., or Pacific Box Company in the past?
• Are you able to take and pass a pre-employment drug screen & job specific credit check?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person