Cost Support Analyst

7-Eleven • Irving, TX

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About The Position

The Cost Support Analyst supports the accurate setup, accounting, and analysis of vendor funding and cost support programs. The role works closely with Merchandising, Accounting, and other business teams to ensure vendor agreements are accurately reflected in company systems, financial activity is properly recorded, and discrepancies are researched and resolved in a timely manner. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, comfortable working with large volumes of data, and able to identify issues and drive them through resolution in a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or four-year degree.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research complex discrepancies.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and SQL skills, with experience working with large datasets.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across Accounting, Merchandising, and other business functions.
• Self-starter able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with retail, vendor rebates, promotional funding, or merchandise accounting.
• Experience with Oracle or other large ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Review vendor cost support and rebate agreements to understand financial terms and ensure accurate system setup and accounting treatment.
• Analyze and reconcile vendor rebate, allowance, and accrual activity for accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, exceptions, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with Merchandising and Accounting teams to research and resolve discrepancies related to vendor funding agreements.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports and analysis to support management review and business decision-making.
• Support month-end close activities, including accrual validation and variance analysis.
• Monitor cost support activity for completeness and accuracy and escalate significant issues as appropriate.
• Support system enhancements, testing, and implementation of process improvements impacting vendor funding and cost support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level