Nicole Coble
Summary
Versatile accounting professional adept at improving financial operations across multiple domains, including accounts payable and supplier financing. Experienced in leveraging technology to optimize processes and enhance compliance, while effectively managing high-volume transactions and supplier performance. Focused on delivering impactful solutions that drive efficiency and support organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
MANAGER - SUPPLIER TO SERVE
Walmart
Bentonville
02.2024 - 05.2026
- Managed C2FO and Supply Chain Finance onboarding, compliance, and supplier financing programs while identifying process inefficiencies and reducing recurring supplier claims.
- Led a high-impact Private Brand/National Brand split initiative, delivering operational improvements and contributing to an estimated $88B ROI.
- Processed and adjudicated 4,000+ dispute line items daily while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of financial disputes.
- Partnered with JP Morgan, Citibank, Wells Fargo, treasury, leadership, and cross-functional teams to optimize supplier payment programs and maintain alignment across financial operations.
- Conducted 130+ supplier performance reviews to improve OTIF compliance, managed key supplier relationships for Supplier Alliance and Early Pay initiatives, and drove automation efforts that eliminated approximately 200 hours of manual work.
MANAGER - TOTAL REWARDS
Walmart
Bentonville
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed short-term incentive and bonus programs for Home Office and field associates, including administration of specialty recognition initiatives such as the Making the Difference program.
- Administered employee incentive and recognition programs, ensuring accurate bonus payouts and effective execution of specialty awards for nominated associates.
- Oversaw enterprise-wide bonus and incentive programs for Home Office and field employees, supporting engagement, retention, and performance recognition efforts.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
Central States MFG
Lowell
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed accounts payable operations for 12 locations, processed and reconciled PO and non-inventory invoices, resolved complex discrepancies, and ensured accuracy and timeliness of financial transactions.
- Collaborated with leadership to address operational challenges and implement process improvements that streamlined workflows and strengthened financial controls.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration
John Brown University
Siloam Springs, AR01-2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
John Brown University
Siloam Springs, AR12-2013
Skills
- APDP (Accounts Payable Dispute Portal)
- AP Tracking
- Retail Link
- Oracle
- SAP
- Power BI
- Tableau
- BigQuery
- Quickbase
- Fixit
- High Radius
- Arise
- Workday
- Tableau
- Workday
Core competencies
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Supply Chain Finance
- Accounts Payable
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Financial Analysis
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Dispute Resolution
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Change Management
- Continuous Improvement
Accomplishments
- Making the Difference Award, Quarter 4, FY26
Affiliations
- Volunteer, For the Love NWA, Non profit Food Truck
Timeline
MANAGER - SUPPLIER TO SERVE
Walmart
02.2024 - 05.2026
MANAGER - TOTAL REWARDS
Walmart
01.2022 - 02.2024
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
Central States MFG
02.2021 - 10.2021
Master of Science - Business Administration
John Brown University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
John Brown University