Senior Financial Analyst II, Inventory Control

Position Overview

Burlington invests significantly each year to control and reduce retail theft and shortage. The Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in the Finance Inventory Control team, partnering with Field, DC, Merchandising, and Corporate Shortage Control/Asset Protection teams to deliver accurate and timely analysis and reporting of physical inventory results across Stores and Distribution Centers.

• Analyze inventory results and related areas such as mark‑out‑of‑stock and markdowns.
• Generate insights that identify trends and drivers of merchandise shortage to support process and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with Inventory Control leadership and the Shortage Control team to analyze results after each inventory cycle, identify root causes, and recommend actionable improvements.
• Present findings and insights to cross‑functional senior leadership and support forecasting of future shortage trends based on data and current initiatives.
• Coordinate the timing, execution, and reporting of physical inventory; coordinate physical inventory reconciliations and analysis.
• Provide shrink reporting and analytics to the Executive team and business partners.
• Develop and maintain partner relationships with business units and corporate stakeholders (IT, Shortage Control, Asset Protection, Merchandising, Finance, DC, Logistics).
• Seek out process efficiencies and improvements; create value‑added reporting including KPIs and monthly reporting metrics.
• Propose new ideas and opportunities for reducing shortage based on performance trends and industry developments; stay current on industry trends.
• Demonstrate understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and inventory accounting policies; apply them to daily functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–4 years of inventory/accounting background with a focus on data analytics and reporting.
• Retail experience with a shortage focus is strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; strong data‑analysis skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication; emphasis on interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with multiple levels of management in cross‑functional environments.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively to drive projects to completion.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing business environments.

$80,000 - $105,000

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage including life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and 401(k) plan.
• Associate discount.
• Training and development opportunities.

Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.