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Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist works closely with internal and external contacts to manage the collections of vendor rebates and receivables. Position requires interpretation of vendor deals and contracts and subsequent accounting and collections of rebates. The Analyst will work with Merchandising organization and vendors to resolve questions and issues related to accruals and aged balances.  Responsibilities also include various month end close task including SOX and financial review.

What you’ll be doing:

• Enter and maintain vendor program agreement, ensuring accuracy and adherence to negotiated terms.
• Collect vendor program allowances, using aging reports to manage collections.
• Prepare quarterly reconciliations and research and resolve any issues that come up during reconciliation process.
•  Identify and communicate cushion/risk and ensure monthly collection goals and due dates are met.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Complete vendor post audit function.
• Create weekly invoices for Marketing Activities. Partner with vendors to understand proof of performance requirements. Work with merchants to understand future marketing activities and develop a process for merchants to communicate vendor program information or requirements. 
• Meet with merchants on a regular basis to review vendor balances and assess risk. Ensure roadmaps are received for large outstanding balances and any balance that exceeds 90 days. 
• Perform month-end close responsibilities including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations

What you bring to the table:

• Good Knowledge of Office 365
• Superior customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of related work experience

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred 
• Oracle Financials

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more! 

Chez Staples, « inclusion » est un mot d'action. Il représente ce que nous faisons pour garantir que tous les employés se sentent valorisés et soutenus afin de contribuer à leur plein potentiel. Lorsque nous opérons de manière inclusive, la diversité suit naturellement. C'est pourquoi nous travaillons dur pour favoriser une culture inclusive, car nous recherchons des employés ayant des perspectives uniques et variées et des domaines d'expertise divers. Le résultat est un meilleur environnement de travail et une réflexion innovante qui nous aide à dépasser les attentes de nos clients – grâce à la force des personnes derrière notre marque emblématique.

Staples est un employeur garantissant l'égalité des chances. Tous les candidats qualifiés seront pris en considération pour un emploi sans distinction de race, couleur, religion, âge, sexe, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, origine nationale, statut de vétéran protégé, handicap ou toute autre base protégée par la loi fédérale, étatique ou locale.