AP & Payroll Specialist
Creative Financial Staffing
Vancouver, WA · Posted November 4, 2026
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November 2026
- #4Cities with the most hybrid jobs in the Pacific Northwest10% · of 16
- #5Best cities for junior jobs in Washington27% · of 12
- #7Best cities for entry-level jobs that want AI skills in the Pacific Northwest2% · of 12
- #7Best cities for director and executive jobs in the Pacific Northwest17% · of 17
- #8Best college towns for junior jobs in the Pacific Northwest28% · of 13
- #8Cities where the biggest share of jobs do not need a four-year degree in the Pacific Northwest12% · of 12
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- Best cities for finance pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($162k)
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About the job
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AP & Payroll Specialist Salary: $65,000 – $85,000 Located onsite in Vancouver, WA
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
• Take on lead-level Accounts Payable responsibilities with influence beyond day-to-day transaction processing • Play a key role in improving workflows and strengthening accounting processes across the organization • Contribute to cross-training initiatives that enhance department stability and coverage • Work closely with operations, purchasing, and finance teams to drive meaningful business improvements • Gain broad accounting experience through involvement in month-end activities and process enhancement projects • Join a team that values operational excellence and continuous improvement
Key Responsibilities for the AP & Payroll Specialist:
• Manage full-cycle bi-weekly payroll processing • Oversee full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, approvals, vendor payments, and check runs • Support month-end close activities related to AP and payroll • Develop and maintain AP process documentation and cross-training materials • Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and finance teams to improve workflow efficiency
Qualifications for the AP & Payroll Specialist:
• Experience processing full-cycle payroll • Full-cycle Accounts Payable experience • Experience with vendor payments, invoice processing, and check runs • Exposure to month-end close and accounting support activities
Timing is everything. We specialize in placing accounting and finance professionals, and many of our positions are not posted online. Whether you are actively job hunting or just passively considering opportunities, we would love to connect with you to discuss this role and other exciting opportunities in the industry.
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