Senior Auditor / Forensic Analyst

Job Description

As a Sr. Audit Recovery Auditor , you will Utilize analytical and forensic email review skills to audit Merchandising negotiations to recover missed funding for the most complex Merchandising Vendors. Leverage in-depth knowledge base of all Merchandising concepts and programs and recovery industry knowledge to ensure all recoveries for all concepts are captured (including but not limited to Vendor Agreement change(s) and impact, Gross vs Net and impact, Core Returns and impact, Devals, Pricing, and all other Over & Above funding / negotiations). 3rd Party vendors to recover less than 10% behind Senior Auditor. Negotiate and communicate flawlessly with Merchandising and Vendors to successfully resolve claims and recover all vendor funding dollars due AutoZone.

Responsibilities

Senior Focus - Data Responsibilities or 3rd Party Audit Support :

DATA

• Assist the Senior Manager with the Annual Audit Startup of the US and Mexico Audits, including but not limited to the following : extract, build, and analyze / test all datasets necessary for the US Vendor Funding Audit Tool; update the Vendor Funding Tool for all static and live datasets and test for maximum performance; responsible for the extraction and testing of all additional data necessary to perform vendor audits; build email case for US Audit.

3RD PARTY AUDIT SUPPORT

Partner with Manager to build and develop a working relationship with 3rd party Audit teams in US and Mexico, potentially to include Indirect Spend. Duties include but are not limited to the following : attend meetings with 3rd party teams during all stages of the Audit process for both US, Mexico, and Indirect Spend; provide 3rd party teams with all necessary documentation and deliverables

Support the Manager with all 3rd Party teams in analyst capacity to include but not limited to the following : assist with onboarding; research claims to ensure accuracy and consistency with internal guidelines and processes; provide claim feedback and coaching opportunities; review 3rd Party correspondence to minimize internal and external abrasion.

Coach direct reports on processes and procedures used in Vendor Funding audits on a weekly basis. Serve as a resource to the team, providing insight to VF team members on best practices and unique claim.

Responsible for drafting own correspondence for Manager review. Assist direct report(s) with creating drafts and sending straightforward correspondence. Assist direct report(s) with creating drafts for all other correspondence, including complex and / or contentious correspondence, for Manager review and approval.

Additional Abilities and Responsibilities Include :

Ability to synthesize complex and diverse information, as well as to translate business needs into technical requirements.

Excellent eye for detail with ability to identify trends and patterns of information from data utilized when validating and incorporating datasets in VF Tool and when reviewing vendors.

Excellent negotiation and communication skillsets are necessary for claim presentation, discussion, and optimal resolution.

Drive to continuously innovate and improve processes to increase efficiency and accuracy in VF Review.

Creative and strategic thinking with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships across the company.

Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and generate creative ideas to improve processes and performance.

Qualifications

Education : You hold a bachelor's degree (BBA or BA) in Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or related field; MBA preferred.

Experience

You possess a minimum 5 years' experience in Specialized Forensic Recovery Audit, utilizing analytic and forensic skills to audit Merchandising negotiations and internal systems.

Tech Savvy : You possess high efficiency with Data Analytics – Access, Excel, Rocket Shuttle, SQL Management Studio, SAS, Veritas Discovery Accelerator, Documentum, PeopleSoft, Arctera, and Google Cloud Platform programs (Big Query and Looker).

Organizational Skills : You have excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skillsets, along with the ability to develop ad hoc analytical tools and numerical modeling of complex operations systems and processes and generate bold, creative ideas to improve processes and performance.

About Autozone

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners' physical, mental and financial well-being.

All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time) :

Competitive pay

Unrivaled company culture

Medical, dental and vision plans

Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount

401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan

AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support

Opportunities for career growth

Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners :

Paid time off

Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards

Tuition reimbursement

Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Online Application :

An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com / candidateresources.

AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.

Job Identification 7001

Job Schedule Full time

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