Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

TransPak, Inc. • Tualatin, OR

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About The Position

The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist will oversee the full lifecycle of freight, transportation, and warehousing invoices, ensuring accuracy, timely payments, and strong alignment between finance and operations. The role manages vendor relationships, resolves billing discrepancies, and drives process improvements that enhance visibility, control, and cost accuracy across logistics spend. It also provides leadership to AP staff and partners cross‑functionally to support efficient operations and a reliable month‑end close.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent.
• 3-5 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in all types of AP voucher entries, manual coded, PO Match, etc. and troubleshooting issues.
• Ability to work with other department to achieve company goals.
• Proficient with computer technology and Excel, Word, Outlook, and Accounting system (ERP system experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Responsible and professional with a strong work ethic, integrity, and reliability.
• Team player with a positive attitude. Ability to work with cross-functional teams to improve corporate efficiency, internal controls, and achieve corporate goals.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• ERP system experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end logistics accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of freight, warehousing, customs, and transportation invoices.
• Oversee three‑way matching for logistics POs, delivery confirmations, and carrier invoices, resolving discrepancies quickly to avoid shipment delays or vendor holds.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for carriers and partners regarding their account and payment status.
• Analyzes and tracks accounts payable amounts; prepares analysis of accounts as required.
• Prepares and prints accounts payable reports; reviews and reconciles periodic reports to maintain current reconciliation status for cash and disbursement accounts.
• Assists with monthly closings and bank statement reconciliation.
• Responds to vendor and employee inquiries regarding invoices, expenses, and check requests; resolves invoice discrepancies.
• Processes or troubleshoots complex AP issues, supplier account, system, etc.
• Prepares invoice deduction notices as required.
• Assists in audits including quarterly and year end audits
• Support Accounting Team with special projects such as ERP implementation and system integration issues.
• Performs other duties and special projects as requested by management.
• Provides support to AP staff with preparing vouchers and approved invoices for payment in a timely manner as needed.
• Interfaces with appropriate departments to secure proper payment approvals.
• Supports and processes accounts payable checks, ACH, and wires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree