Senior Analyst - Sales Operations

Expedia; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Expedia Group Finance Operations role focuses on supporting transactional global payments and partnering with AP/AR, Procurement Ops, and partner services to ensure accurate data and timely processing.

The position requires a strong background in finance operations, ERP tools, and data visualization, with emphasis on data accuracy and process improvements across a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, data analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Six+ years of applicable experience in financial operations, payments, sales operations, or related field.
• Experience with financial systems, ERP platforms, databases, and management reporting tools.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills with large datasets.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, complex projects, and overlapping deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation and execution of transactional global payments.
• Collaborate with AP/AR, Procurement Operations, Partner Payment Operations and Services, and other teams.
• Investigate and resolve complex financial transaction, data, and system issues.
• Create reports, tools, measures, and data visualizations to improve efficiency.
• Lead process improvements and identify root causes for solution implementation.
• Translate complex analyses into clear, actionable business insights.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, data analytics, or related field

Master's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, data analytics, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Databases

Data visualization tools

Business intelligence tools

Job description

At Expedia Group, we help travelers explore the world, one journey at a time. As a global travel company powered by passionate people, trusted partnerships, and leading technology, we connect travelers, partners, and advertisers through our consumer brands, B2B network, and travel advertising business.

Here, you'll do meaningful work that helps millions of people discover, book, and experience travel with more ease, confidence, and joy.

Our five Behaviors-Traveler First, Think Big, Operate with Excellence, Ownership Mindset, and Succeed Together-help foster a supportive environment where people can grow their careers and have the flexibility, benefits, and support to do their best work. Join us and build for travelers everywhere.

In this role, you will:

• Support the operation and execution of transactional global payments to and from Expedia Group across financial platforms.
• Partner with Corporate Accounts Payable and Receivable, Procurement Operations, Partner Payment Operations and Services, and other business teams.
• Investigate and resolve complex financial transaction, data, and system issues.
• Lead information management and reporting activities, ensuring requests are addressed accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Audit system outputs and validate the accuracy of financial data, analytics, and reporting.
• Develop and improve processes for information storage, archiving, disposal, and data sharing in line with privacy and regulatory requirements.
• Identify root causes, recommend solutions, and lead the implementation of process improvements.
• Create reports, tools, measures, and data visualizations that improve operational efficiency and provide actionable insights.
• Manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholder needs while balancing immediate deliverables with longer-term objectives.
• Translate complex analyses into clear, natural-language insights that inform business decisions.
• Partner with Business Intelligence teams to productionalize opportunities identified through analysis.
• Support team leadership, escalations, knowledge sharing, and coaching on systems, processes, and data privacy practices.

Experience and Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, data analytics, or related technical field; or Equivalent related professional experience.
• Six or more years of applicable experience in financial operations, payments, sales operations, business analysis, or a related field.
• Experience working with financial systems, ERP platforms, databases, and management reporting tools.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills, including the ability to work with large datasets.
• Experience validating data accuracy, identifying trends, and developing actionable reporting or visualizations.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, complex projects, and overlapping deadlines.
• Proficient written, verbal, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience identifying root causes and implementing practical process improvements.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Preferred Master's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, data analytics, or a related field.
• Experience with global payments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement operations, or partner payment services.
• Experience with data visualization, business intelligence, or reporting tools.
• Knowledge of information governance, data privacy, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading implementation initiatives or continuous improvement programs in a global organization.

Accommodation requests

Accommodation requests Expedia Group is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience. If you need an accommodation or adjustment due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a request at https://expedia.service-now.com/askeg?id=job_accommodation.

About Expedia Group

About Expedia Group Expedia Group includes three flagship consumer brands - Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo - along with a leading B2B travel business and travel advertising offerings. Across our brands and business, we help travelers explore the world with confidence and ease.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.

Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) powers travel for everyone, everywhere through our global platform.

Driven by the core belief that travel is a force for good, we help people experience the world in new ways and build lasting connections.

We provide industry-leading technology solutions to fuel partner growth and success, while facilitating memorable experiences for travelers.

Expedia Group's family of brands includes: Brand Expedia, Hotels.com, Expedia Partner Solutions, Vrbo, trivago, Orbitz, Travelocity, Hotwire, Wotif, ebookers, CheapTickets, Expedia Group Media Solutions, Expedia Local Expert, CarRentals.com, and Expedia Cruises. For more information, visit www.expediagroup.com.