Accounts Payable Specialist

Description:

Accounts Payable Specialist
📍 Seattle, WA (Onsite)
💲 $34-$37/hr
📅 6-Month Contract | High Potential for Extension or Conversion
Join a Cutting-Edge Clean Energy Company
Are you an AP professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment? This is an opportunity to join an innovative technology company that's tackling one of the world's biggest challenges while building out a world-class finance organization.
We're looking for experienced Accounts Payable Specialists who can manage high-volume invoice processing, drive process improvements, and partner across departments to ensure accurate and timely payments.
If you're someone who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and working in an environment where processes are constantly evolving, this could be a great fit.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Opportunity to support a rapidly growing, mission-driven organization
Strong chance of contract extension or full-time conversion
Modern finance tech stack including NetSuite, Tipalti, Ramp, Slack, and automated workflows
Downtown Seattle office with easy public transit access
Fast-paced environment with opportunities to improve processes and make an impact
Benefits Available Upon Conversion
31 days PTO annually
13 company holidays
Up to 5% 401(k) match
Equity participation program
Medical, Dental & Vision
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Monthly company events
What You'll Do
Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment
Perform high-volume 3-way matching and invoice processing
Process 200+ invoices per week with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
Maintain vendor accounts and resolve payment discrepancies
Partner with Supply Chain, Receiving, Inventory, and Accounting teams
Support corporate credit card administration and expense management programs
Process employee travel and expense reimbursements
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
Assist with month-end close activities and audits
Support annual 1099 reporting and AP compliance requirements
Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
3+ years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience
Experience processing high-volume invoices in a fast-paced environment
Strong 3-way match experience
ERP experience such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Workday, or similar
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and vendor relationship management abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Tipalti experience
Ramp experience
Experience supporting travel & expense programs
Experience in a startup, manufacturing, technology, or high-growth environment
General ledger and reconciliation experience
Ideal Backgrounds
Accounts Payable Specialist
AP Analyst
AP Coordinator
Procure-to-Pay Specialist
Accounting Specialist
Experience from technology, manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or other high-growth organizations is especially attractive.
Work Environment
You'll be joining a collaborative finance team that processes thousands of invoices each month and supports a rapidly scaling business. This role is fully onsite Monday-Friday and offers significant visibility, opportunities for growth, and the chance to contribute beyond traditional AP processing.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $37.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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