Accounts Payable Clerk III

At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture.

Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact.

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk III for our growing team.

This position is located in Sedro Woolley, Washington State.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of accounting and administrative tasks related to the processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reporting. This role ensures accurate and timely entry of financial data, supports cross-functional collaboration with Purchasing and Receiving departments, and assists in maintaining compliance with internal controls. The AP Clerk also contributes to the overall efficiency of the accounts payable process by supporting documentation workflow, responding to inquiries, and participating in cross-training and departmental support activities.

The following essential job functions are performed as an Accounts Payable Clerk:

Level III

• Invoice Entry (GL Coding & PO Matching): Resolves coding/matching discrepancies; assists in month-end AP processing.
• Collaboration with Purchasing/Receiving: Anticipates and resolves complex cross-functional issues.
• Vendor Payments / Check/ACH / Prepayments: Manages weekly vendor payment process. Assists in resolving issues.
• Group Email Monitoring & Clerical Support: Monitors group inbox and flags issues, manages document workflow; resolves minor issues; coordinates admin tasks.
• Credit Card Reporting & Payments: Manages monthly credit card tracking and payment postings.
• Training & Mentorship: Trains Level I & II staff, monitors progression, and shares best practices.
• Backup Support: Backs up full AP functions as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED
• An associate degree or two-year technical certificate is preferred
• 3+ years related experience
• ERP system experience preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting procedures preferred
• Must have strong customer service skills and the ability to multitask.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language
• Strong Internal & External customer service
• Work independently and on a team
• Excellent organizational skills, data entry efficiency, and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, Word
• Works well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines
• Demonstrates reliable attendance and timeliness
• Maintains strong reliability and work ethic
• Sets standard for dependability and accountability.

DETAILED WAGE INFORMATION

Wage range for this role is between $25 - $35 per hour, plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts 
• Premium pay for security clearance if applicable

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status.  Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.