Burlington Stores

Off-price retailer selling excess inventory

Senior Coordinator - Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable/ReceivableConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBurlington, VT, USA$15.92 - $22 /hrHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma is required.
Three to five years of related accounts payable experience is required.
Considerable knowledge of accounts payable operations and experience with large enterprise resource planning systems are required.
Ability to communicate effectively with management, peers, and external parties.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills are required.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines using available resources.
Understanding of business, accounting, and accounts payable policies is required.
Ability to take direction, implement changes, and adapt to changing business environments.
Understanding of and adherence to control procedures are required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle R12 and/or Oracle Purchasing, MicroStrategy, and other reporting tools is required.

Responsibilities

Investigate vendor disputes accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Communicate clearly and concisely in writing and verbally with internal and external parties.
Accumulate supporting documentation and review it for completeness and accuracy to corroborate findings.
Update departmental policies, processes, and procedures.
Complete special projects as directed.
Research vendor shortage disputes using analytical tools and multiple systems, draw sound conclusions from results, and maintain complete supporting documentation.
Resolve issues with business partners in a timely manner.
Identify and recommend process improvements and monitoring controls within the functional area, and proactively escalate and resolve issues.
Review and maintain systems, procedures, and policies related to accounts payable to ensure compliance with company guidelines and monitor Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Develop and maintain working relationships with the vendor community, distribution center associates, Vendor Relations, and other business units.
Perform additional duties requested by management.
Cross-train in all accounting areas.

Desired Qualifications

An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting is preferred.

Position Overview

• Responsible for accurately and timely investigating vendor disputes in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Providing clear and concise written and verbal communication to internal and external parties
• Accumulating supporting documentation and reviewing such for completeness and accuracy to corroborate the findings.
• Responsible for updating departmental policies, processes, and procedures.
• Perform special projects as directed

A Day in the Life

Responsible for accurate and timely research of vendor shortage disputes, utilizing analytical tools and the ability to navigate through multiple systems to draw sound conclusions based on results, while maintaining valid and complete supporting documentation for the conclusions
Timely resolution with business partners.
Identify and recommend process improvement initiatives and monitoring controls within functional area and escalate and resolve issues proactively.
Review and maintain systems, procedures, and policies around accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines and monitor SOX compliance for all processes and procedures
Develop and retain a working relationship with Vendor Community, DC associates, Vendor Relations, and other Business Units.
Perform any additional duties requested by management
Cross train in all accounting areas

You'll Come With

Education:

High school diploma required – Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting preferred.

Experience:

3-5 years related Accounts Payable experience.

Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of accounts payable operations with large ERP system experience
Ability to effectively communicate with management, peers, and external parties
Strategic Thinker who is adaptable to change
Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work within deadlines and utilize resources to meet those deadlines
Understanding of business, accounting, and accounts payable policies
Ability to take direction and implement changes
Ability to adapt to changing business environment
Understanding of and adherence to control procedures
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Oracle R12 and/or Oracle Purchasing, Micro Strategy and other reporting tools

Pay Range: $15.92 - $22.00/hr.

This position has a target starting salary range of $15.92 to $22.00 hourly. Actual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

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Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

About the Company

Burlington Stores

Off-price retailer selling excess inventory

Burlington Stores buys excess inventory from manufacturers and other retailers and resells it in its physical stores and online at discounted prices for brand-name clothing, home decor, and more. Customers access a wide assortment of recognizable brands at reduced prices, with options like gift cards and a loyalty program. It differentiates itself by offering a large off-price selection across categories and a strong emphasis on corporate social responsibility, diversity, and community initiatives. Its goal is to provide meaningful savings while maintaining quality and value and to grow its reach through both stores and online channels.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Greensboro, NC
Founded: 1923

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