BASE SALARY RANGE:

Level I: $20.50 - $25.62 - $30.75 per hour
Level II: $23.69 - $29.61 - $35.54 per hour
Depending on qualifications and experience an Accounts Payable Specialist I or II may be considered.
At Heritage Bank, we work hard, but also know how important it is to take time off to stay healthy, relax, and spend time doing what makes your heart happy!
As part of our team you’ll enjoy a total rewards package, which includes base salary based on the role, experience, and skill set, along with an exceptional benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), community volunteer time), and generous time off policy. Full-time team members receive a minimum of 10 paid vacation days annually* and eight hours of paid sick leave per month*, while also enjoying 11 paid holidays each calendar year, and an annual float day. *pro-rated from start date, and/or hours worked. To view Benefits Summary: Apply > Current Openings > position > attachment.
Position Overview:
Heritage Bank currently has an exciting opportunity to join our organization! The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accounting and administrative duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable and general ledger transactions, in accordance with department and regulatory guidelines.
This position is fully on-site in Tacoma, WA.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent – required. Coursework and/or certification in accounting; or relevant education – preferred.
• Level I: 1+ year of recent general accounting and accounts payable experience – required.
• Experience working successfully in an office environment where efficiency and accuracy are required.
• Relevant working experience in the financial services industry – preferred.
• Level II: 3+ years’ recent related work experience in accounts payable, which includes strong understanding of banking policies, procedures and applicable regulatory compliance and guidelines, and familiarity with general ledger structure, reports and entries – required.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Provides an exceptional level of quality service for internal/external customers; responds to customers’ needs, questions and concerns in an accurate, effective, and timely manner.
• Detail oriented with organizational, problem-solving, data review and time management skills; with the ability to manage multiple assignments, and reporting requests ensuring that priorities are set and commitments and deadlines are met.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical and follow up issues over the phone, in person and via email; and the ability to read, write, speak and understand English well.
• Ability to maintain and manage personal composure when confronted with a difficult situation and/or customer, with the ability to provide clients with information, data, advice and solutions, as well as gain their trust and respect.
• Ability to work well with all levels of staff and demonstrate cooperative behavior with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to gain working knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to assigned area, as well as banking policies, procedures, products, and services.
• Understanding of debit/credit relationships; math skills to balance accounts and locate routine and non-routine mathematical errors, to process debits and credits accurately, and adhere to customer instructions.
• Understanding of W9 requirements and 1099 processing.
• Unquestionable integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information required.
• Working knowledge of office administration practices and procedures.
• Proficient use of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) and retrieval of data; working knowledge of automated financial and accounting systems, with the ability to adapt to and learn new products and technologies quickly.
• Working knowledge and experience working with Fiserv Prologue financial suite, Concur software or other ERP systems – preferred.

Please refer the Job description for details