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Accounts Payable Specialist

Burkhart Dental Supply
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Tacoma
2502 South 78th Street (Show on map)
May 14, 2026
We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Accounts Payable Specialist to join our corporate office in Tacoma, WA. In this role, you will support key financial processes while working closely with a close-knit and supportive accounting team that values accuracy, communication, and teamwork. The ideal candidate is organized, highly communicative, and brings strong attention to detail. This is a full-time position with a Monday-Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Following a training period of approximately 6-9 months, a hybrid schedule with up to two remote workdays per week will be available. What's in it for you? Competitive salary of $55,167 - $74,581 annually. Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage. Generous PTO Program, Paid Sick Leave, 8 paid holidays, and an anniversary day to celebrate your work anniversary. 401k program, Long-term disability, Short-term disability, and other supplemental benefits. Opportunity to work with a supportive team in a fast-paced environment. Career growth and advancement. Family-owned for 135+ years. What you'll be doing... As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you'll be responsible for the entire AP process from receipt of invoice to final payment. In addition, you may work on a variety of other accounting processes, such as credit card reconciliations, completing credit applications, month-end close, and supporting the Accounting team. Your strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and great communication skills are key to success in this role. What success looks like... ACCURACY (AP): You are detail-oriented, your invoice processing and payments to suppliers are completed with 95% accuracy in a timely manner to maximize early payment discounts. ATTENDANCE: You are reliable, on-time, and consistently adhere to the attendance policy. You can be depended upon to be punctual, and your work is completed in a timely manner. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: You demonstrate professionalism while building and maintaining strong relationships. You provide service with a personal touch and a friendly Burkhart demeanor. You are approachable, collaborative and actively solicit feedback. PRODUCTIVITY: You work efficiently to meet deadlines, performance and productivity standards and independently manage your workload. INITIATIVE: You take initiative by identifying issues and solutions. You ultimately solve problems, with or without additional support. What you'll need... High school diploma or GED required. Up to 3 years of Accounts Payable experience with demonstrated proficiency in general Accounting knowledge. An Associate's Degree with a focus in Accounting/Finance can substitute for up to 2 years of experience. Must be bondable. Preferred Education and/or Experience: Associate degree in accounting or finance. Accounts Payable certification. Experience supporting multiple business locations. Salary Info: The salary range for this position is: $26.52 - $35.85 per hour. Our pay ranges are built to allow for candidates with various levels of skill and experience to be considered, as well as for room for growth and tenure achieved in a role over time. Typical new hire salary offers fall within the minimum to midpoint of a pay range for many candidates. Any offer extended to a candidate will be based upon their unique set of knowledge, skills, education, and experience as well as internal equity. Who we are... Burkhart Dental Supply is a full-service dental supply company founded on three major principles: integrity, knowledge, and our client's success. In addition to supplies, we offer equipment and technology, service and repair, practice consulting, and office planning and design. We are a family and employee-owned industry leader proudly led by President Lori Burkhart Isbell, the fifth-generation granddaughter of Founder William E. Burkhart, DDS. Headquartered in Tacoma, Washington, Burkhart has 400 associates, ten regional divisions in nineteen locations, and three distribution centers. We pride ourselves on being an honest and ethical business partner and doing what's right for our clients. Holding ourselves accountable and investing in our Associate's education and training increases their clinical, business, and technical expertise. This helps keep our clients informed. It also helps them make knowledgeable business decisions that contribute to their long-term success. Please visit our website:https://www.burkhartdental.com/career-opportunities BurkhartisanEEO/AAPEmployerandaVEVRAAFederalContractor At Burkhart Dental Supply, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment allows us to better serve our customers and our associates. Through varying backgrounds, points of view, and experiences, we come together to provide products and services of the highest quality, reliability, and integrity across a diverse spectrum of customers. We believe that what each person brings to the table, as we stand shoulder to shoulder with those we serve, will allow us to do great things for our community.