Accounts Payable Specialist at Glacier Fish (Seattle, WA)
Glacier Fish· Seattle, WA· $67k–$77k·
Role details
Job description
Glacier Fish Company is dedicated to producing the highest quality frozen-at-sea groundfish products in the world. We accomplish our mission with a day-in-and-day-out commitment to quality, safety, consistent attention to detail and an on-going concern for the stability and health of the North Pacific fishery resource.
We are one of the largest producers of frozen at sea cod and pollock, and distributes seafood throughout the world. We manage two trawl catcher-processor vessels that operate in the Bering Sea and off the coast of Washington and Oregon. Come join us with one of the many exciting job opportunities available!
Job Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Verify invoice details, match purchase orders, and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain up-to-date vendor files and respond to inquiries professionally and promptly.
- Prepare and process payments, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
- Assist with month-end closing by reconciling accounts payable transactions.
- Monitor accounts to ensure payments are current and resolve any outstanding issues.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure proper coding and approval of expenses.
- Support audits by providing necessary documentation and reports
Qualifications
- Associates Degree in Accounting or related field preferred
- 2+ years’ experience in high volume Accounts Payable position preferred
- Proficient with computer based accounting systems and spreadsheet software.
- Ten-key and typing by touch
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to process transactions with a high degree of accuracy, work independently, set priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Discretion and confidentiality regarding individual and/or company financial matters
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong attention to details.
- A self-starter who is motivated and able to set / meet deadlines
Glacier Fish Company are Equal Opportunity Employers - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.
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Why work at Glacier Fish
- Work Environment: Onboard a factory trawler in the Bering Sea – physically demanding, wet, cold, with 16-hour shifts, 7 days a week for 2–4 months at a time. Crew-share pay (percentage of the vessel’s catch) provides strong earning potential linked to performance.
- Benefits: Health, vision, and dental insurance for crew and family; 401(k) with company match; employee assistance program; company-provided training; room and meals onboard; Starlink Wi-Fi/email access.
- Career Progression: Opportunity to start in entry-level roles (deck, factory, galley) and advance to higher-paying positions (engineer, officer, cook). Many crew members stay for 20+ years.
- Culture: Emphasis on teamwork, safety, and self-discipline. Zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy. Equal opportunity employer. The company values its diverse and talented crew as its greatest asset.
- Remote/Hybrid Policy: Not applicable – all crew positions are at sea. HQ roles in Seattle are likely office-based.
- Vessel Departments: Wheelhouse (Captain, Mates, Purser), Engineering (Chief, Assistant, Oilers), Deck (Deckhands), Galley (Steward, Cook, Housekeeper), Factory (Processing staff).