Accounting Clerk IV - Allowance Audit

Albertsons • Phoenix, AZ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Albertsons Companies is seeking an Accounting Clerk IV to join the Allowance Audit Department at our National Services Center in Phoenix, AZ. In this critical role, you will help maximize company profitability by identifying and recovering vendor funds owed to the company through audits, while researching and resolving variances between purchase orders and vendor invoices. This position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and supporting the company's financial objectives.

Requirements

• Two or more years' experience in a larger organization with mainframe-based accounting systems or equivalent education.
• Intermediate level PC skills with knowledge of Windows & Microsoft software applications.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, have a high degree of initiative.
• Adaptable and willing to work where needed on the Allowance Billing or Preaudit teams.
• Knowledge of merchandising process (allowances, buying, etc.), accounts payable procedures (invoice reconciliation, payment terms, etc.), and/or audit techniques.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; Detail oriented.
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, high-volume position.
• Superior Customer Service/Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to resolve difficult issues with external/internal customers
• Display strong leadership skills -- strive to be a "go-to" person
• Honest, trustworthy, dependable; exhibiting sound business ethics.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of APP, CABS, WIMS, OMNI, PowerBI, Oracle, Infopac, Document Direct, AP50 and QMF is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed audits by analyzing and reviewing data across various systems and applications that support allowance processes.
• Reconcile cost and allowance discrepancies between warehouse purchase orders and vendor invoices (system holds) and generate billings as needed to recover vendor overpayments and correct overbillings.
• Develop and execute individual and team audit strategies to maximize recovery opportunities and improve audit effectiveness.
• Collaborate with team members, merchandising, vendors, and cross-functional departments to ensure accurate billing and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Identify emerging audit issues and implement innovative audit techniques to enhance audit efficiency, effectiveness, and recovery results.
• Review and analyze Notice of Promotional Allowance (NOPA/Agreements) documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company requirements.
• Utilize multiple internal applications, databases, queries, and macros to perform audits efficiently and effectively.
• Research, validate, and prepare billing claims after reviewing supporting documentation and verifying recovery opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED