Sr. Financial Analyst I - Inventory Control Finance

Burlington Stores, Inc.; Burlington (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

Flexible hours

401(k) plan

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Burlington Stores, Inc. is seeking an analytical Inventory Control Analyst to provide daily and monthly financial/operational support for accounting operations related to inventory. You will liaise with operational and corporate departments, support month-end closes, and help maintain stock ledger accuracy.

The role emphasizes valuation, margin analysis, and coordination with auditors, with a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities to impact inventory controls across stores and DCs.

Qualifications

• Education: Four-year accounting/finance degree required; CPA, CMA, or MBA a plus.
• Experience: 2-4 years related work experience; inventory/accounting background; retail experience preferred.
• Strong data analytics and reporting focus.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain partner relationships with business units and corporate stakeholders.
• Seek out process efficiencies and improvements.
• Create value-added reporting including KPI’s and Monthly Reporting Metrics.
• Demonstrate understanding of accounting principles and internal controls and apply them to daily functions.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors for SOX compliance and audits.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of inventory transactions across Stores, DCs and fulfillment operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analytics

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Adaptability

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Inventory accounting knowledge

Education

Four-year accounting/finance degree

CPA

CMA

MBA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Job description

• This position requires a highly motivated candidate with strong analytical, process management, quantitative, and technical skills to aid in the department’s objectives.
• Responsible for the daily and monthly financial / operational analytical support of accounting operations as it relates to the Inventory Control Department, as well as being a liaison to all operational and corporate departments.
• Support an accurate and timely monthly close process, forecast, reporting, business objectives, strategic goals and initiatives.
• Maintain accuracy of all stock ledger/inventory data, its updates and all related controls.
• Perform Merchandise Inventory Valuation, Gross Margin and Cost Analysis.
• Assist Loss Prevention and Store Operations in coordination of physical inventories across the organization’s Distribution Centers and Stores.
• Coordination with internal and external auditors for periodic reviews and SOX compliance, support all corporate, store and DC inventory flows and initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of client assistance deliverables for quarterly and annual financial statement audits, as well as in other special projects.

Position Overview

• This position requires a highly motivated candidate with strong analytical, process management, quantitative, and technical skills to aid in the department’s objectives.
• Responsible for the daily and monthly financial / operational analytical support of accounting operations as it relates to the Inventory Control Department, as well as being a liaison to all operational and corporate departments.
• Support an accurate and timely monthly close process, forecast, reporting, business objectives, strategic goals and initiatives.
• Maintain accuracy of all stock ledger/inventory data, its updates and all related controls.
• Perform Merchandise Inventory Valuation, Gross Margin and Cost Analysis.
• Assist Loss Prevention and Store Operations in coordination of physical inventories across the organization’s Distribution Centers and Stores.
• Coordination with internal and external auditors for periodic reviews and SOX compliance, support all corporate, store and DC inventory flows and initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of client assistance deliverables for quarterly and annual financial statement audits, as well as in other special projects.

A Day In The Life

• Develop and maintain partner relationships with business units and corporate stakeholders (IT, Shortage Control, Asset Protection, Merchandising, Finance, DC, Logistics, etc.)
• Seek out process efficiencies and improvements
• Create Value-added reporting including KPI’s and Monthly Reporting Metrics
• Demonstrate a good understanding and knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls and apply them to daily functions
• Collaboratively work with other business partners
• Responsible for timely and accurate financial close responsibilities, including inventory valuation, margin analysis, general ledger reconciliation and recording of inventory transfers and receipts
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of inventory transactions for Stores, DC’s and fulfillment operations (includes sales, markdowns, transfers, claims, receipts, shipments, and adjustments)
• Assist in Physical Inventory Reconciliations and analysis in addition to coordinate timing, execution and reporting of physical inventory as required.
• Provide shrink reporting for business units as required
• Ensure compliance with existing and develop/document new policies and procedures governing stock ledger maintenance and control. Partner with Corporate Finance to ensure that policies are in accordance with internal accounting practices and GAAP.
• Work closely with internal and external auditors as needed to satisfy audit review requirements and Sarbanes Oxley compliance.

You’ll Come With

Education and Qualifications

Education: Four-year accounting/finance degree required, CPA, CMA, or MBA a plus.

Licenses/Certification/Registration: N/A

Experience: 2-4 years related work experience.

Inventory / accounting background, concentration in data analytics and reporting. Retail experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Passion for data, analytics and pushing business innovation.
• Demonstrated understanding of the inventory flow and inventory accounting policies.
• Skilled at financial analysis, recognizing trends and communicating results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with emphasis on strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with multiple levels of management and in cross-functional environments.
• Proven ability to work both independently and cross-functionally to drive projects to completion.
• Ability to adapt to changing business environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Advanced Excel skills. Strong PowerPoint skills.
• Power BI Skills.

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.

Min-Mid $65,000.00 - $80,000.00

Posting Number R104411

Location New Jersey-Burlington

Address 1830 Route 130 North

Zip Code 08016

Pay Rate Salaried

Career Site Category Corporate

Position Category Accounting

Job Type Full-Time

Remote Type Hybrid

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