Sr Analyst, Global Trade Finance

Overview

Sr. Analyst, Global Trade Finance Job Summary:

This position will manage daily operating requirements with regards to financial transactions involving Direct Imports Global Sourcing and Private Brand transactions. The position will manage the creation of Letters of Credit and Open Account Transactions daily and will coordinate the Damage and Defective (D&D) dollar recovery from Direct Import vendors. The position will also work closely with the Manager, Global Trade Compliance, analyzing and reviewing discrepancies to provide feedback to Inventory Control on identified reconciliation errors and will process daily A/P transactions related to Direct Import Compliance expenses.  Finally, the position will develop and manage key metrics and key performance indicators related to financial purchase order transactions.

Primary Responsibility:

• Manage daily operations relating to Letters of Credit and/or Open Account transactions according to UCP 600 regulations.  This position is the main point of contact with Treasury Department as well as Bank Partners, Vendors, and the Primary Bank.
• Manages, creates, and controls the issuance and approval of LC's and OA issuances and discrepancies. Transactions will equate to over $300M in payables. 
• Manages communication with outside vendors, internal merchandise, and replenishment departments, regarding Letters of Credit and Open Account Transactions.  
• Manages the D&D program for Direct Import vendors where money is deducted from vendor payments due to damage and defectives store returns.
• The position will coordinate with Financial Control vendor specific deductions and make necessary arrangement to process deductions from vendor payment and will manage and track central database for the D&D program.  
• Manages the Monthly Reconciliation of Purchase Orders pertaining to Estimated Landed Cost vs. Actual Landed Cost.  This process involves the thorough review of Purchase Orders.
• Analyze all estimated and actual cost buckets for discrepancies and Identify discrepancies and find root cause. 
• Communicates with proper departments (International Transportation, Merchandising, and Inventory Management) for correction and final financial impact.
• Processes Direct Import Compliance related expenses and keeps invoices current and filed according to policy.
• Monitor’s compliance of Financial information on Purchase Orders. 
• Manages and coordinates Internal Audit / SOX compliance audits.  
• Assists with special projects within the department to support business needs and provides individual support to any group member as needed. 

Qualifications:

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Area of Study: Finance, International Business, or Logistics.
• Years of Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in related field.
• Type of Experience: International finance, Landed Cost Model, International Business.
• Special Certifications: Finance/Accounting and Analytical background.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English required
• Technical Competencies: Excellent analytical and organizational Skills

Skills and Ability:

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and with little supervision.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong background in various areas of Global Trade Management.
• Possess a superior attention to detail as well as accuracy.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Information Systems:

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Access, and Database.
• ES9000, Purchase Order Management, Bank of America CashPro, Integration Point, Oracle.

Personal Attributes:

• Dynamic and positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate with multiple levels of leadership and departments.
• Strategic thinker.
• Proven problem solving and decision-making capabilities.

Other/Preferred:

• Experience in financial spreadsheets and other reports, predicting current and future financial performance. 
• Experience in development and creation of financial forecasts to make financial decisions. 

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.

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