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Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

DigiKey Electronics
United States, Minnesota, Thief River Falls
701 Brooks Avenue (Show on map)
Jul 08, 2025
DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page. ______________________________________________________________________ Position Overview:The Senior Accounts Payable Analyst is an individual contributor role, responsible for being the subject matter expert of Accounts Payable Analyst duties. The Senior Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely and compliant, financial operations within the Accounts Payable function. This position supports both day-to-day invoice processing and the broader financial integrity of the organization. Depending on team placement, responsibilities will focus on either managing supplier relationships, invoice processing, and exception handling, or on more technical accounting functions such as account coding and asset classification, sales and use tax compliance, period close practices, and reconciliation. This position is essential to supporting the organization's financial integrity and operational efficiency. All Senior AP Analysts are expected to demonstrate an elevated level of critical thinking, process ownership, and cross-functional collaboration. The role is essential to advancing Accounts Payable toward operational excellence and greater alignment with accounting standards, compliance goals, and internal controls. The Senior AP Analyst will provide guidance and mentorship to AP team members and contribute to the development of accounts payable procedures. This role will assist the AP experts and management with continuous improvement opportunities and data analysis. This role is based in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, and may require in-office presence ranging from a minimum of two days to a maximum of five days per week, depending on the specific tasks, meetings, projects, or obligations assigned, at any given time. This flexibility allows for adaptability to changing priorities and always ensures alignment with organizational needs. Responsibilities: Core AP Responsibilities Perform all Accounts Payable Analyst tasks\|responsibilities at 'mastery' level. The work itself may not change, but level of oversight decreases. Serve as a point of contact for escalated issue resolution, internal inquiries, and vendor disputes. Conduct three-way match (invoice, PO, receipt) and manage exceptions, invoice holds or adjustments in compliance with company policy. Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal departments to ensure smooth invoice and payment cycles. Provide daily support and mentorship to junior AP staff and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in specialized AP functions. Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives and automation efforts. Maintain confidentiality and ensure secure handling of supplier and customer data. Accounting and Compliance Responsibilities Ensure accurate account coding and asset classification in alignment with company policy. Act as the department's internal Minnesota sales and use tax expert, including self- assessment, exemption validation and timely application of tax regulations to transactions. Review and assist with subledger reconciliations, ensuring invoice postings and payment data align with financial reporting. Monitor and review invoice entry dates, payment dates, and payment terms for proper General Ledger impact and cash flow forecasting. Lead or participate in month-end and year-end close processes as related to accounts payable. Partner cross-functionally to improve timeliness and accuracy of payments and proper expense classification. Support external audits through documentation, reporting and process walkthroughs. Partner cross-functionally to create and implement internal controls within the accounts payable department. Willingness to be trained in ancillary functions. Required Skills s Qualifications Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - or equivalent combination of education and practical experience. 4-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, bookkeeping, or similar accounting support role. Strong understanding of general accounting principles and the full invoice-to-payment process. Strong working knowledge of Sales and Use Tax (Minnesota/North Dakota preferred). Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with reconciliation techniques. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, ability to identify gaps and propose solutions. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; proven ability to collaborate across functions and levels. High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. Preferred Skills s Qualifications Experience with Oracle Fusion ERP or similar large-scale financial system. Background supporting audit processes and financial compliance initiatives. Prior involvement in automation or AP transformation initiatives Experience supporting or leading month-end close tasks related to AP. Physical Requirements: Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse and screen. Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body. Compensation: The base pay range for this position is: $22.25 to $30.50 Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range, including the candidate's work experience in related roles; the candidate's knowledge, skills, capabilities, and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position. ______________________________________________________________________ Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity. DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal