ACCOOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST, INVOICE PROCESSOR

Trident Seafoods is the largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting and processing company in North America. Trident is a privately held, 100 percent USA-owned company with primary seafood processing operations and fleet support in twelve Alaska communities. Trident's global operations produce finished wild Alaska seafood products in 6 countries and its sales teams serve customers in over 50 countries. Trident employs approximately 9,000 people worldwide each year and partners with over 5,400 independent fishermen and crewmembers. Species harvested and processed by Trident include virtually every commercial species of salmon, whitefish, and crab harvested in the North Pacific and Alaska. The global supply chain also includes cultured and wild species from a network of trusted sources worldwide.

Summary:Trident is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the business by providing a variety of specialized services within Accounts Payable and by ensuring accurate and timely invoice and payment processing. The ideal candidate is motivated, curious, results-oriented, and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day.

Essential functions (responsibilities, tasks, supervisory needs)

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Reviews, verifies, and troubleshoots all incoming invoices as assigned
• Posts invoices as assigned including 3-way match
• Responds to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Assists in month-end closing activities
• Ensures compliance to corporate policy and department procedures
• Maintains files and documentation in accordance with invoice/payment guidelines and generally accepted accounting practices.
• Maintains internal controls as required per company policy
• Maintains a high level of productivity
• Participate in or manage assigned special projects
• Collaborates with peers, leaders and business partners to ensure a successful outcome in all assignments

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other responsibilities, as assigned
• Acquires knowledge of Trident's Environmental and Safety Policies by completing required training programs and performing designated work activities in accordance with training and procedures/work instructions
• Notifies designated personnel of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously documented, in accordance with Environmental Awareness and/or safety trainings

This is a non-exempt position with a hourly pay rate range of $23 to $34 per hour.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full-time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience. Commuter and transit programs are also available.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years Accounts Payable in a medium to large company
• Two-year Associate Degree in Accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong understanding of accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures including financial chart of accounts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with SAP
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis
• Ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities
• Basic accounting principles knowledge
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills

Work Environment

This is an on-site position based at the Trident Support Center office in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

In-office time takes place in a typical office environment: temperature controlled with adequate lighting and moderate noise. While remote, employees must provide appropriate home office space.

Physical/Mental demands:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time at a desk. Frequently required to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee will occasionally stand, walk, and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision for frequent use of a computer.

Work Authorization

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.