Corporate AP Specialist

We are seeking a Corporate Accounts Payable Specialist to oversee all non-carrier accounts payable procedures, resolve higher-level queries and requests from trade groups.
Must be capable of multitasking, customer relations and time management.
*This position is located at our corporate office in Blaine, WA (appx 100 miles north of Seattle).
* *This is NOT a remote position.
* Full-Time/Non-Exempt Schedule is M-F *What You’ll Do:* * Maintenance of all non-carrier accounts payable records; ensures accuracy and timeliness.
* Acts as a liaison between the company and vendors to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.
* Respond to vendor inquiries in a diplomatic and efficient manner.
* Prepare checks and/ or electronic-fund payments efficiently.
* Contact key vendors to request updated statements of account and reconcile to AP system.
* Carry out established rules and policies to ensure consistency in standard, and to protect company interests.
* Process accounts payable invoices on a daily basis using Great Plains.
* Perform combination of routine calculations, posting and verifying duties to maintain record in accuracy by using journals and ledgers or computer.
* Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
* Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records.
* Filing of accounts payable documents for safe keeping, and code documents for files according to company procedures.
* Maintain accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.
* Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential internally and externally.
* Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
* Maintain insurance policies ledger and record accurate insurance expense.
* Update debt schedule with loan payments.
* Collect credit card receipts, and process and pay credit card statement.
* Compliance reporting.
*More About You:* * Three or more years of accounts payable experience.
* Strong interpersonal skills for interacting accountants, clients, and upper management.
* Good communication skills for communicating with support personnel and management.
* Strong problem solving skills.
* Good planning and organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
* Microsoft Office and experience in the use of Outlook, Word and Excel is a definite asset.
* Great Plains experience is preferred *The Perks of Working With Us:* * Taking advantage of excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage * Invest in your future with our matching 401k program * Get Recognized through our employee rewards program * Sweat it out at our very own gym, located at the corporate office * Maximize your wellness with free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program * Get paid to work with your friends though our Referral Program! * One of our Kam-Ways core values is FUN! *TO PROPERLY ROUTE YOUR APPLICATION*, please visit https://recruiting.
paylocity.
com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2369907/Kam-Way-Transportation-Inc/Corporate-AP-Specialist *ABOUT US:* Kam-Way Transportation Inc.
was founded in 2008, with a lot of drive and motivation, we strive to be leaders in supply chain and logistics solutions.
Since our founding Kam-Way Transportation has grown from a small 3-person member family-owned business to a growing corporation with a 100+ support staff, approximately 300 company drivers and a brokerage network of over 15,000 carriers.
Throughout our growth, we’ve maintained our belief in nurturing our culture which is based on our roots and hold true to our values.
We strive to have a fun workplace and an environment where all have an equal opportunity to prosper, develop and succeed.
At Kam-Way Transportation, we are deeply committed to giving back to our community as part of our fundamental beliefs.
Kam-Way Transportation is one of the fastest growing Asset, Freight brokerage companies on the West Coast we have 2 offices in the Pacific Northwest; our corporate headquarters is located on the marina in Blaine and our truck terminal is in Tacoma-Sumner, and a new acquired office in Spokane WA.
With remote offices in Fresno- California, and Surrey- British Columbia.
_All candidates who receive an offer of employment are required to undergo a background screen as a condition of employment.
_ _Kam-Way Transportation provides equal employment opportunities EEO to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Kam-Way Transportation complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
_ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) matching * AD&D insurance * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * On-site gym * Opportunities for advancement * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Experience level: * 3 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: * Overtime pay Experience: * Accounts Payable: 3 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * Blaine, WA 98230 (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Blaine, WA 98230: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person