DIRECT STORE PAYABLES MGR

Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.

Job Details

Responsible for the management of the inventory support and beer and wine teams.  Ensures the timely and accurate payment of direct store delivery (DSD) vendor invoices and the accuracy of other physical inventory accounting adjustments.

·       Manages the drop ship, store-vendor delivered and scan-based trading payment processes including store invoicing and credits, vendor chargebacks, vendor payments, statement reviews, and post audit processes.  Continues to monitor new vendor activity to maintain high level of electronically delivered invoices, minimize pricing discrepancies and other non-compliance issues.

·       Manages the beer and wine payment process (and other immediate pay products) to ensure timely payment and reconciliation to inventory transactions.  Communicates with vendors to ensure regulatory compliance, resolution of non-approved immediate pay products, and other non-compliance issues.

·       Provides financial expertise and support in the design, testing and completion of information systems to ensure successful implementation and desired results.  Identifies and advocates for projects that will provide an appropriate return on investment, reduce financial and operational risks, and/or improve departmental capabilities.

·       Acts as a conduit of information and partners with merchants, vendors, and field management.  Provides data and works through concerns ensuring that they have the information they need.

·       Manages direct and indirect reports to include hiring, coaching and development, and performance.

Qualifications

§ Intermediate or higher level ability to utilize Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database skills

§ Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in common language to facilitate transfer of knowledge as well as proficiency presenting information to large groups

§ Basic understanding of accounting terms and concepts including journal entries, reconciliations, and controls

§ Ability to independently analyze large amounts of data and summarize into a meaningful format including statistical modeling and trend and exception analysis

§ Ability to work with others on a common goal while also ensuring that projects meet financial requirements; ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and team-oriented environment

§ Ability to step into the details when necessary and assist in resolving issues

 

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or general business required.  Four to six years of progressive payables experience, with a minimum of two years retail drop ship delivery payables experience.  Two years supervisory experience.  Knowledge of Lawson GL, WebFocus and 1010data is a plus.