Travel & Expense Associate

Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The Travel & Expense Associate will be responsible for managing end-to-end processes related to employee travel and expense activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong expertise in expense auditing, corporate card administration, and reconciliation, along with proficiency in key systems such as Concur, AppZen, ServiceNow, and SAP. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide timely support for employee queries. Key Responsibilities: - Expense Report Auditing: - Review and audit employee expense reports in Concur using AppZen AI tool for policy compliance and fraud detection. - Ensure accuracy and adherence to company travel and expense policies. - Employee Support & Query Resolution: - Handle employee queries related to expense reports, advances, and reimbursements via ServiceNow. - Provide guidance on policy interpretation and system navigation. - Corporate Card Administration: - Manage issuance, activation, and maintenance of corporate cards. - Monitor card usage and resolve related issues promptly. - Accounting & Reconciliation: - Assist with T&E-related accounting entries and month-end reconciliations. - Support Controllers in clearing aged balances and ensuring accurate financial reporting. - System Expertise: - Work extensively with SAP for accounting and integration with T&E processes. - Maintain data integrity across systems and support process improvements. - Project & Initiative Support - Participate in global or regional T&E initiatives (e.g., automation, policy refresh). - Lead or support reconciliation efforts, especially for cross-entity activities. - Drive continuous improvement in T&E operations. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field. - 3-4 years of experience in Travel & Expense management. - Proficiency in Concur, AppZen, ServiceNow, and SAP. - Strong understanding of corporate card programs and expense policies. - Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. - Detail-oriented with the ability to work under tight deadlines.. Stakeholder Engagement - Liaise with employees, approvers, and finance teams to resolve queries. - Conduct training or awareness sessions on T&E policies and tools. - Support internal audits and external reviews. Additional Information Our Benefits - Flexible working environment - Volunteer time off - LinkedIn Learning - Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) About NIQ NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights-delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms-NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates Follow us on: | | | Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the