Senior Analyst, Expense Reporting

TriMark•Mansfield, MA

6d•$85,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Analyst, Travel & Expense, plays a critical role in managing and optimizing the company's travel and expense processes. This position is responsible for analyzing travel and expense data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and providing actionable insights to support decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent military or practical experience.
3 – 5 years of experience in travel and expense management, financial analysis, or related roles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other data analysis tools.
Strong understanding of travel industry practices, policies, and regulations.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.
Strong analytical abilities to interpret data, identify trends, and extract actionable insights.
Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and regulations.
Effective communication skills to convey complex information clearly and concisely to stakeholders.
Proven ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and drive process improvements.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, requirements, and technologies in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with travel and expense management systems (e.g., Concur, Expensify) is preferred.
Certification in travel management or expense management is a plus.

Responsibilities

Analyze travel and expense data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for cost optimization.
Prepare regular reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights to management.
Ensure compliance with company travel and expense policies, as well as regulatory requirements.
Conduct audits and reviews of expense reports to identify discrepancies and ensure adherence to policy guidelines.
Manage relationships with travel vendors, including airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and travel management companies.
Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing for the organization.
Identify inefficiencies in travel and expense processes and recommend solutions for improvement.
Implement process enhancements to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and increase efficiency.
Provide training and support to employees on travel and expense policies, procedures, and systems.
Develop educational materials and resources to promote compliance and best practices.
Collaborate with IT teams to implement and optimize travel and expense management systems.
Leverage technology solutions to automate processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and improve data accuracy.