Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

TESSCO; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site in Eden Prairie

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision plans

Tuition subsidy

Job summary

GetWireless is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the full AP cycle on-site in Eden Prairie, MN. You will process invoices, code and route payments, and coordinate with Purchasing and Warehouse to resolve discrepancies.

The ideal candidate has at least four years of AP experience, ERP and Excel skills, and strong communication. On-site role with benefits including a 401K match, comprehensive medical plans, and tuition support.

Qualifications

• At least four years of progressive accounts payable experience including full-cycle AP.
• Experience matching invoices to POs and receiving records in an inventory-based business.
• Ability to reconcile vendor accounts and resolve discrepancies independently.
• Knowledge of GL coding, accounting periods, accruals and AP internal controls.
• Hands-on experience using an ERP system.
• Proficiency in Excel for sorting, filtering and lookups to reconcile data.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Clear, professional communication and consistent follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts payable cycle, including invoice review, coding, matching, approval routing, posting and payment preparation.
• Match inventory invoices to purchase orders and receiving records; investigate pricing, quantity, freight and receipt discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research missing invoices and unapplied credits and resolve outstanding balances.
• Maintain an organised record of invoice exceptions and follow up consistently until issues are resolved.
• Prepare scheduled payment runs for review and approval, considering due dates, payment terms, discounts and holds.
• Communicate professionally with vendors and internal colleagues about invoice status and requirements.
• Support month‑end close through timely invoice processing, accruals and reconciliation.
• Maintain documentation and assist with audits and vendor tax reporting.
• Follow vendor maintenance and payment verification procedures to protect data accuracy.
• Identify recurring issues and suggest improvements to AP procedures and workflows.
• Provide backup support and share knowledge within the accounting team.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Excel proficiency

ERP system experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in accounting / coursework

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Want to be part of building our wireless world? Technology like 5G and IoT aids emergency responders, enables intelligent warehouses and factories, increases safety on college campuses, helps energy companies provide better service, improves safety and efficiency of various modes of transportation, and more. It enhances the consumer experience for things like entertainment, shopping and communications. In fact, wireless technology touches every aspect of our daily lives.

An exciting career as aSenior Accounts Payable Specialist on-site in Eden Prairie is available at GetWireless!

GetWireless is seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to manage daily accounts payable activities supporting GetWireless.

This position combines accurate, timely invoice processing with responsibility for investigating discrepancies, reconciling vendor accounts and keeping outstanding issues moving toward resolution. We are looking for someone who understands the accounting behind the transactions, takes initiative and follows through with limited day-to-day direction. This is an individual contributor position with an opportunity to improve processes and contribute to a collaborative accounting team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the accounts payable cycle, including invoice review, coding, matching, approval routing, posting and payment preparation in accordance with established controls.
• Match inventory invoices to purchase orders and receiving records; investigate pricing, quantity, freight and receipt discrepancies with Purchasing, Warehouse and other teams.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research missing invoices and unapplied credits and resolve outstanding balances.
• Maintain an organised record of invoice exceptions and follow up consistently until issues are resolved.
• Prepare scheduled payment runs for review and approval, considering due dates, payment terms, available discounts and payment holds.
• Communicate professionally with vendors and internal colleagues about invoice status, documentation requirements and payment questions.
• Support month‑end close through timely invoice processing, identification of unrecorded liabilities, accrual support and reconciliation of assigned accounts.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation and assist with audit requests and applicable vendor tax reporting.
• Follow vendor maintenance and payment verification procedures to protect the accuracy and security of vendor information.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend practical improvements to accounts payable procedures and automated workflows.
• Provide backup support and share knowledge across the accounting team.

Job Requirements:

• At least four years of progressive accounts payable experience, including ownership of full-cycle A/P responsibilities.
• Experience matching invoices to purchase orders and receiving records in a distribution, manufacturing or other inventory-based business.
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile vendor accounts and independently investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Working knowledge of general ledger coding, accounting periods, accruals and accounts payable internal controls.
• Hands‑on experience using an ERP system.
• Proficiency in Excel, including sorting, filtering and using lookup functions to compare and reconcile data.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities whilst meeting payment and close deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication and consistent follow‑through.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple legal entities.
• Experience with invoice automation, electronic approval workflows and process improvements.
• Associate degree or coursework in accounting, or equivalent practical experience.

What Success Looks Like

• Invoices are processed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Vendor reconciliations remain current and outstanding items are actively resolved.
• Payment runs are complete, supported and ready for review.
• Month‑end responsibilities are completed on time with potential issues identified early.
• Purchasing, Warehouse and Accounting receive clear communication about items requiring their attention.
• After onboarding routine A/P responsibilities move forward independently, with appropriate escalation of unusual or significant issues.

Compensation: $31 - $33 per hour

Why Join Our Team?

• On-site in Eden Prairie with a great team
• 401K with a company match to help you invest in your future
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription plans to keep you at your best
• Hone your skills or learn new ones with tuition subsidy

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, lay‑off, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.