Remote Travel and Expense Analyst

Description

Remote Travel and Expense Analyst

Introduction to the Opportunity

Are you ready to revolutionize the way corporate travel and expenses are managed? Join a tech-forward, data-savvy organization that values innovation, efficiency, and innovative financial systems. As a Remote Travel and Expense Analyst, you’ll play a pivotal role in optimizing travel spend, streamlining expense workflows, and implementing technology-driven solutions that directly influence our operational agility. This role invites analytical thinkers, digital enthusiasts, and problem solvers to collaborate on developing scalable expense strategies for a growing global team—annual salary: $97,000.

Role Overview

Primary Scope

This position offers a fully remote work structure, allowing you to perform core responsibilities while staying connected through cutting-edge collaboration tools. You’ll evaluate corporate travel behaviors, analyze expense reports, maintain financial compliance, and recommend policy enhancements.

Strategic Focus

Leveraging modern platforms, such as AI-enabled expense software and integrated ERP systems, you’ll ensure transparency, accountability, and process innovation at every step.

Key Responsibilities

Core Duties

  • Analyze large volumes of travel-related data to detect trends, cost inefficiencies, and policy violations.
  • Manage end-to-end processes for expense reports and reimbursements, ensuring timely approvals and adherence to compliance requirements.
  • Design and update internal workflows for submitting and auditing expenses across departments

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Conduct cost-benefit assessments of travel vendors and suggest vendor consolidation strategies.
  • Collaborate with Finance, HR, and Procurement to align travel policies with budget targets and employee satisfaction.

Technology and Reporting

  • Evaluate existing software (e.g., Concur, SAP, Oracle) for performance improvements and recommend automation upgrades.
  • Create dashboards and visual reports using business intelligence tools like Tableau or Power BI.
  • Maintain audit readiness by preparing records and documentation for periodic compliance reviews.

Work Environment

Remote Culture

This remote role provides you with the autonomy to manage your schedule while contributing to a collaborative, digitally connected environment.

Communication Channels

Communication platforms include Slack, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams, while project management relies on tools like Asana or Monday.com.

Tools and Technology

Software Ecosystem

  • Expense Management Software: Concur, Expensify, Zoho Expense
  • ERP Platforms: SAP, NetSuite, Oracle Cloud
  • Data Analysis: Excel (advanced), Tableau, Power BI, Google Data Studio

Automation and Collaboration

  • Automation Tools: UiPath, Zapier, Power Automate
  • Collaboration: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Trello
  • Documentation: Notion, Confluence, Google Workspace

Qualifications

Required Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, travel management, or expense analytics
  • Familiarity with travel booking platforms and corporate card reconciliation
  • Proficiency with at least one central ERP system and one expense management tool
  • Strong command of Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and advanced formulas
  • Ability to interpret and visualize financial data for non-technical stakeholders

Desirable Attributes

  • Experience with remote finance teams or distributed work environments
  • Exposure to robotic process automation (RPA) or machine learning models in financial operations
  • Certification in business analytics or expense management (e.g., CAP, CPP, or T&E-specific courses)
  • Detail-oriented mindset with an affinity for data accuracy and financial integrity

What Success Looks Like

Key Performance Indicators

To thrive in this position, you'll need to demonstrate the ability to:

  • Reduce unnecessary travel costs
  • Increase employee compliance with company policies
  • Improve turnaround times for expense approvals

Strategic Impact

Your recommendations should lead to tangible improvements in budgeting accuracy and employee satisfaction. Over time, you’ll become a key voice in our financial planning discussions and operational efficiency initiatives.

Exciting Perks and Benefits

Employee Advantages

  • ✨ Flexible remote work setup with monthly tech stipends
  • 🌎 Access to cutting-edge financial software and platforms
  • ☑️ Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
  • 🎓 Annual learning and development allowance
  • ⚽ Virtual wellness programs and community events
  • 📅 Generous PTO policy, including floating holidays
  • 🚀 Equity options and performance-based bonuses

Our benefits reflect our belief in creating a balanced, empowered lifestyle for employees who strive for excellence.

Growth Opportunities

Long-Term Career Path

This role provides an exceptional foundation for advancement into senior financial operations or global travel leadership roles. With direct exposure to analytics and strategic planning, you’ll have the chance to lead initiatives that shape company-wide financial transformation.

Internal Mobility

We invest in our people and promote from within, ensuring that career mobility is supported at every level.

Call to Action

Ready to Redefine Expense Management?

If you thrive in a data-driven environment, enjoy working with innovative technology, and have a passion for streamlining financial operations, this role is your chance to drive meaningful change. Apply today to help redefine how remote organizations handle travel and expense management. Take control of your future, and help us shape a more innovative, more agile company.