Director Accounts Payable

Burlington Stores; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Associate discount

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Training and development

Job summary

Burlington Stores, a leading off-price retailer, seeks a Director of Accounts Payable to lead the AP department for Merchandise and Expense Payables, Vendor Master Maintenance and Deduction Research & Resolution. You will set objectives, mentor staff, and drive lean, compliant processes across the organization.

This role requires coordinating with Vendors, Merchants, Logistics and Finance teams to ensure timely, accurate payments and SOX adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 8–10 years in accounts payable, with 4–5 years in management.
• Retail experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close for AP including journals and reconciliations.
• Manage vendor master data and ensure SOX compliance.
• Lead process improvements and reporting for AP KPIs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to resolve issues.

Skills

Accounts payable operations

ERP AP systems (Oracle)

Leadership & mentoring

Financial analysis

Vendor relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle 11i / Oracle Purchasing

MS Office Suite

MicroStrategy

Job description

Position Overview The Director of Accounts Payable will have the overall responsibility for the Accounts Payable Department for all aspects of Merchandise and Expense Accounts Payables, Vendor Master Maintenance and Deduction Research & Resolution Performance expectations are:

• Determining the department’s strategic objectives and policies
• Clearly and concisely communicating the objectives, policies and responsibilities
• Monitoring and measuring progress towards achieving the objectives and policies
• Effective mentoring and hiring of support staff and ensuring training, development and advancement of personnel
• Providing leadership, business case studies, alternative support approaches, project and communication plans to aggressively move forward in challenging current transactional related financial and procurement activities
• Build and maintain effective and productive relationships with internal /external customers (Vendors, Merchants, Logistics, other Finance teams &Vendor Relations) through collaborative, timely and accurate interaction and responses
• Maintaining and updating team process documentation & opportunities to enhance process efficiencies.
• Develop a roadmap for transforming the Accounts Payable function, while continuing to ensure the organization is best-in-class with lean processes.

Specific Detailed Responsibilities

Serve as the liaison for Company Personnel and Vendor Community in resolution of accounts payable issues. Complete month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and audits of related accounts. Oversee testing and implementation of modifications to accounts payable systems; provide coordination with internal and external auditors for periodic reviews and SOX compliance; support all corporate, store and vendor process improvements and initiatives, develop, prepare and present all monthly reporting deliverables, including the Monthly Operating Reports, Key Performance indicators and other reporting as defined, provide deliverables for quarterly and annual financial statement audits, as well as other special projects as determined. Ensure timely and accurate Vendor master file maintenance, including oversight of vendor set up process and ongoing maintenance

A Day in the Life

Overall responsibility and guidance for all accounts payable functions and departmental personnel, in all aspects of Merchandise and Expense accounts payable including preparation and filing of required reports and payments to all vendors, organizations, and employees; as well as assigning and prioritizing tasks as defined in conjunction with the Department’s Senior Management team. Analyzes data to determine trends and forecasts to assist in Company strategic planning and communicates such information to senior management. Develop and direct process improvement initiatives and monitoring controls within functional area. Escalate and resolve issues proactively. Determining the department’s strategic objectives and policies Develops, prepares and reviews all monthly reporting deliverables for management use. Manages monthly closing of financial records and postings. Develops implements and maintains systems, procedures and policies around accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines. Develop and maintain partner relationships with vendor community, business units and corporate stakeholders. Effective mentoring and hiring of support staff and ensuring training, development and advancement of personnel

Education and Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance Experience: Work Experience: 8 - 10 years of accounts payable related experience, including 4 - 5 years management experience - retail experience preferred but not required

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of accounts payable operations with large ERP AP system experience, as well as understanding of business, accounting and accounts payable policies Ability to effectively communicate with management, peers and external parties Ability to lead a team towards a common goal Respected leader, with a quantifiable track record of success in delivering results within a large complex organization 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 Ability to determine staffing needs and hire appropriate resources Ability to work with associates at all levels within the organization Understanding of business, accounting and accounts payable policies Strong understanding of common and unique business process and seasonal trends 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 11i and/or Oracle Purchasing, Micro Strategy and other reporting tools

Benefits

• You’ll 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00

For over half a century, Burlington have been delivering value to our customers, associates and our communities. With our every day low prices on top brand name merchandise for the entire family and home, combined with our dedication to our thousands of associates nationwide and our ability to make an impact in the communities where we live and work, Burlington is proud to be an award-winning off-price retailer.