Auditor

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About the Role

Identifies, investigates, and corrects inventory discrepancies from computer records and physical counts to keep stock status and value of inventory accurate. Audits daily reports, submits adjustments, tracks and posts warehouse expenses, and provides a high level of member service.

Responsibilities

• Prints, reviews, and files daily computer reports.
• Researches and audits accrued merchandise payables, receiving documents, and shipping documents in the computer system.
• Verifies that merchandise shipped is fully received by warehouses.
• Reconciles physical counts vs. stock status vs. book inventory and submits adjustments to the central office.
• Investigates vendor claims and warehouse inquiries by examining computer records, paperwork, and reports.
• Communicates with vendors, buyers, and coworkers via phone, fax, email, and in person.
• Counts and verifies merchandise received but not shipped to maintain accuracy in computer counts.
• Uses a manual pallet jack to move pallets of merchandise and unstacks merchandise for accurate counts.
• Coordinates full physical inventory bi-annually.
• Verifies, codes, and logs warehouse expenses; keys purchase orders to a computerized log.
• Tracks income, reviews payables transaction records, and the general ledger.
• Answers phones and provides prompt, courteous service to callers.
• Coordinates optical department startup kits for new locations, ensuring all inventory and non-inventory items are shipped 4-6 weeks prior to opening.
• Operates vehicles, equipment, or machinery as required.
• Assists with department duties and other warehouse departments as necessary.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, hearing aid, pharmacy, behavioral health, and employee assistance
• Health care reimbursement account
• Dependent care assistance plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Stock purchase plan (for eligible employees)

Open availability is required to meet business needs, apart from any religious or disability considerations. Proof of authorization to work in the United States is required if hired.