Sr Analyst/Asst Mgr Disbursements Mgmt (A/P Controls & Compliance)

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The BNSF Railway Finance Department provides innovative strategic solutions and world-class financial services to support BNSF's overall performance. The department is committed to maintaining integrity and recognizing the company's successes, ensuring that BNSF remains a leader in the railway industry. Within the Finance Department, several specialized departments contribute to its overall mission: Controller, Revenue Management, Strategic Sourcing, Tax, Treasury, and Strategic Studies. Each department is vital in managing BNSF's financial health and strategic financial planning. These departments work collaboratively to secure BNSF's economic stability and support its growth and innovation within the railway industry. This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work-life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected. The A/P Controls & Compliance team administers invoice payment authorities, performs several SOX controls related to Accounts Payable, and monitors disbursements across the company for compliance with company policies and potential recoveries.

Requirements

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
• Minimum of one year of experience in finance-related field, as applicable
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a drive for results.
• Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with other teams.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of BNSF’s Accounts Payable, Travel & Expense processes and/or preferred procurement and payment methods (Coupa, Materials Management, QuickPay, Pay as Presented Interfaces, ProCard, Concur, etc.).
• Strong understanding of relevant company policies and rules, including Travel & Entertainment Expense, Gifts &Entertainment, and Contracts & Payments.
• Previous audit or investigative experience.
• Experience with SQL, SAP, Tableau or other analytical tools and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Work exceptions in the Oversight tool by reviewing the reasons an expense or invoice was flagged, assessing compliance with BNSF policy and expectations, and providing feedback to employees or vendors as needed.
• Identify trends in the exceptions and communicate within the team and across to other teams (including Accounts Payable, Sourcing, and Compliance) to address root causes and minimize future risk.
• Assist with administration of Payment Delegation of Authority requests / questions.
• Perform SOX Controls related to accounts payable.

Benefits

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs.

What This Job Offers

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