Travel and Expense Analyst

Vodafone Group Plc; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) in Ahmedabad is seeking a Travel & Expense Analyst to manage end-to-end travel and expense activities within the Source to Pay function. The role focuses on policy compliance, stakeholder support, and process improvements across travel operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, 2+ years in travel and expense, and hands-on experience with SAP and Concur.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in travel and expense management.
• Experience with SAP, Concur and MIS reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end travel and expense process, resolving stuck claims and ensuring policy compliance.
• Support development and maintenance of travel and expense policies aligned with regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements and cost optimisations.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and service providers for quality service.
• Analyse data to identify trends, provide insights and drive operational improvements.
• Maintain accrual records and prepare regular management reports.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Concur

MIS reporting tools

Job description

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.

As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth.

With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient.

This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.

We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

#VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture

About this Role

We are seeking a Travel & Expense Analyst to join our Source to Pay function within the Travel & Expense team in Ahmedabad. This role is ideal for an individual with experience in travel and expense management, SAP, Concur and MIS reporting who enjoys driving operational excellence, ensuring policy compliance, supporting stakeholders and identifying opportunities for process improvement. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end travel and expense activities, provide employee support and training, maintain financial accuracy and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the function.

What you’ll do

• Manage the end-to-end travel and expense process, including the resolution of stuck expense claims and ensuring compliance with organisational policies.
• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of travel and expense policies and procedures aligned with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, efficiencies and cost optimisation opportunities.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and service providers to support high-quality service delivery.
• Analyse travel and expense data to identify trends, provide insights and recommend operational improvements.
• Maintain accrual records and prepare regular management reports on travel and expense activities.
• Provide guidance, training and user support for employees using the Concur platform.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions while maintaining high service standards.
• Support internal and external audit requirements through accurate documentation and compliance practices.
• Respond to supplier and business queries in a timely and professional manner.

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in travel and expense management.
• Experience working with SAP, Concur and MIS reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Skilled at engaging with stakeholders across different levels of the organisation.
• Proactive, accountable, customer-focused and results-oriented approach.
• Strong organisational skills and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to professional conduct, continuous learning and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to work within a global shared services environment supporting international stakeholders.
• Exposure to end-to-end Travel & Expense operations and Source to Pay processes.
• Experience working with industry-leading platforms such as SAP and Concur.
• Opportunities to contribute to business process improvements and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Collaborative work environment focused on continuous learning and professional development.
• Exposure to audit, compliance and reporting activities that support broader business objectives.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced Travel & Expense process management.
• SAP and Concur system expertise.
• Financial reporting, accrual management and MIS analysis.
• Stakeholder management and business partnering skills.
• Audit readiness and compliance management practices.
• Process improvement and operational efficiency methodologies.
• Data analysis techniques for identifying trends and business insights.
• Vendor and supplier relationship management.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves.

No form of discrimination is tolerated.

This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation,

trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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