Location: Statewide Multi Use, WA
Job Requisition ID: Req-260287
Time Type: Full time
About Lamb Weston
You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, and public Fortune 500 company, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.
A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.
If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.
Job Description Summary
The Associate AP Specialist will partner in process development, policy drafting, and daily execution of accounts payable activities with business partners and suppliers. The Associate AP Specialist will play a pivotal role in driving process automation to best support AP’s customer base.
Job Description
Incorporate AP / Finance principles into daily work activities
Gather necessary information to complete AP requirements, support contracting, support supplier implementation, and support master data management activities as required
Manage assigned items in accordance with approved AP / Finance programs using the established policies
Process variable volume of invoices for payment
Validate invoices with purchase orders
Ensure payments are processed on time and accurately to suppliers
Research and resolve any invoice discrepancies in an effective and timely manner
Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions
Prepare Journal Entries as part of the month end closing
Provide accurate records management relative to the AP function in accordance with policies
Assist with additional projects at manager's direction
Document and resolve supplier quality and performance problems using KPI’s, by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
Assist in identification and implementation of cost improvement projects
Assist plant procurement and plant stakeholders with finance related issues
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent related experience or training
0-2 years’ experience in Finance, Accounts Payable or related field
AP Specialist II: 2-4 years’ experience in Finance, Accounts Payable or related field
Ability to leverage computer software programs, specifically SAP or a comparable ERP solution, in addition to office productivity tools
Ability to manage multiple priorities or projects
Ability to influence management and build teams
Ability to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead
Ability to maintain, develop, and execute departmental vision
Excellent problem solving, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read, write and speak in English required. Bilingual/Multilingual skills desirable
Industry-Competitive Benefits
Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:
Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
Paid Time Off
Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
Family-Friendly Employee events
Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Anticipated Close Date
The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 05/11/2026
Pay Transparency
In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.Pay Rate or Range: $41,430.00 - $62,150.00
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law