About the job

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.