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For 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.\nWith over 1,500 professionals across 36 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com.\n The Accounts Payable Specialist is an important member of KPFF’s Accounting and Shared Services team, supporting accurate and timely financial operations across the firm. This role is responsible for processing vendor invoices and employee expenses, coordinating payments, maintaining vendor records, reconciling accounts and corporate credit card activity, and supporting month-end close and audit activities.\nThis position combines day-to-day Accounts Payable responsibilities with opportunities to contribute to the broader accounting function. The Accounts Payable Specialist will work closely with Project Cost Accountants, Shared Services team members, employees, and vendors to resolve questions, maintain accurate financial records, and support consistent accounting practices across KPFF’s multi-office organization.\nThe ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing a high volume of activity while balancing multiple priorities. This role is well suited for someone who takes ownership of their work, enjoys solving problems, and is interested in continuing to build their accounting knowledge and experience.\nKey Responsibilities\nAccounts Payable Operations\nProcess high-volume vendor invoices and employee expense reports accurately and efficiently.\nReview documentation, coding, approvals, and business purpose for compliance with company policies.\nManage check runs, ACH payments, and payment reconciliation activities.\nPerform biweekly corporate credit card reconciliations, review card transactions for accuracy, coordinate coding corrections, and support cardholder compliance with company policies.\nMaintain accurate vendor records, including W-9 and W-8BEN documentation and tax reporting support.\nAssist with 1099 preparation and year-end vendor compliance activities.\nResearch and resolve invoice, payment, expense, and vendor discrepancies in coordination with employees, vendors, and accounting team members.\nFinancial Records & Reconciliations\nSupport month-end close activities and help ensure transactions are recorded accurately and within established timelines.\nReconcile selected balance sheet and expense accounts and investigate variances or discrepancies.\nMaintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.\nAssist with annual internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to information requests.\nSupport the accuracy and integrity of financial records related to Accounts Payable and other assigned accounting activities.\nCollaboration & Continuous Improvement\nPartner with Project Cost Accountants and Shared Services team members across the firm.\nProvide guidance and support related to expense reports, Accounts Payable processes, coding, supporting documentation, and payment questions.\nCommunicate professionally and responsively with employees, vendors, and other stakeholders to research and resolve issues.\nParticipate in process 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effectively partnering with team members across multiple offices and departments.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with engineering, professional services, project-based, or multi-office organizations.\nKnowledge of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.\nExperience with expense management systems, corporate credit card programs, ACH processing, and vendor maintenance.\nExposure to month-end close processes and account reconciliations.\nExperience with ERP, accounting, or financial management systems.\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment\nDuties are typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk.\nAbility to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day and communicate over the telephone or virtual meeting platforms.\nMay occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.\nWork in our downtown Seattle office 5 days per week, with flexible work hours between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.\n Culture and Benefits\nAt KPFF, we're a vibrant community fueled by collaborative creativity, offering you the stage to leave a lasting mark through:\nImpact: Your work helps keep KPFF’s financial operations accurate, efficient, and reliable while supporting employees and teams across the firm.\nAutonomy + Support: Take ownership of your responsibilities while working within a stable environment and collaborative accounting team.\nGrowth: Build your accounting knowledge through exposure to Accounts Payable, reconciliations, month-end activities, audit support, and opportunities to improve processes and systems.\nCommunity: Be part of a purpose-driven firm that invests in people and the communities we serve.\nBenefits\nWe are passionate about supporting our employees through flexible and comprehensive benefits:\n401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution\nMedical insurance\nDental insurance\nVision insurance\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution\nHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 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The expected range for a qualified candidate is $65,000 - $73,000. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime in accordance with applicable federal and state law.\nAdditionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.\nWork Authorization\nThis position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 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