Accounts Payable Specialist- Northrim Building

At Northrim Bank, our vision is to be Alaska's premier bank and employer of choice. We are looking for professional and knowledgeable employees who take pride in their work. We believe in providing value for our customers and communities.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, including FSA (Flex Spending Account)
• Paid Time Off to include select paid holidays
• Retirement Benefits with generous 401K match

Some Other Favorite Employee Benefits Include

Paid Parental Leave, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program and much more

Pay is depending on experience. Minimum is $20.79/hr

Join Our Finance Team as an Accounts Payable Specialist

Do you love keeping things balanced, organized, and running smoothly? Are you the kind of person who finds satisfaction in a perfectly reconciled account and a well-timed payment? If so, we'd love to meet you

We're looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to play a key role in keeping our Bank and Bank Holding Company operations on track. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, thrives in a professional office environment, and wants to grow their accounting skills while making a real impact.

What You'll Do (Your Day-to-Day Impact)

You'll be the go-to person for ensuring our vendors are paid accurately and on time while keeping our financial records balanced and compliant. Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and processing accounts payable invoices and employee expense reports, ensuring proper approvals.

• Setting up and maintaining vendors, including collecting W-9s and monitoring tax information for 1099 reporting.

• Allocating expenses accurately across departments, including prepaid amortizations.

• Generating checks and ACH payments for vendors.

• Balancing critical general ledger accounts daily (before 10:00 a.m.).

• Preparing and balancing intercompany invoices and affiliate accounts.

• Processing CDARS entries, weekly settlements, and monthly reporting.

• Managing monthly invoices and maintaining Accounts Receivable accounts.

• Creating general ledger entries for weekly supply reallocations.

• Keeping the office stocked by maintaining and ordering department supplies.

• Completing required compliance training and assisting with special projects as needed.

What We're Looking ForEducation & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• At least six months of related office or accounting experience (or equivalent education).

• Related military education or experience is welcomed and valued.

Skills That Make You Shine

• Solid understanding of basic math and accounting concepts, including debits and credits.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt to changing needs.

• Analytical thinker who enjoys solving problems and improving processes.

• Clear and professional communicator with customers, vendors, and coworkers.

• Comfortable working under general supervision and taking ownership of your work.

Tech Know-How

• Strong keyboarding skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel skills are a big plus).

• Comfortable using standard office equipment and accounting systems.

Work Environment

• Professional office setting with a moderate noise level.

• Collaborative, supportive team atmosphere where accuracy and teamwork matter.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

You'll be part of a team that values precision, integrity, and continuous improvement. This role offers hands-on accounting experience, exposure to banking operations, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions every day.

Ready to bring your accounting skills to a team that appreciates them? Apply today and let's keep the numbers balanced—together

Full Time, Non exempt  

Grade 13

Northrim Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Northrim Bank does not discriminate in employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, parenthood, marital status, changes in marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.    

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