Director of Travel & Expense Operations (Hybrid/Remote)

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced leader to oversee travel, business expense, and card program operations within Accounts Payable. You will shape policies, drive efficiency, and coordinate with strategic partners to optimize spend and compliance.

The role requires 7+ years in AP/Travel & Expense or a related field, plus strong data analytics, communication, and ERP proficiency, including Workday and expense tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, or related field or 7+ years of direct relevant work experience in Accounts Payable or Travel and Business Expense including a minimum of two years supervisory experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of travel, business expense, and travel/procurement cards ensuring accurate, timely processing.
• Serve as primary interface between the company and travel-related partners and projects.
• Develop and implement travel and expense policies, procedures, and training materials to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Manage audits, regulatory compliance, and cost-control strategies in domestic and international travel.

Skills

AP workflows

Travel & expense

Data analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or 7+ years exp in AP/Travel

Tools

Workday

Deem

Concur

Job description

Advocate Health, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced leader to oversee travel, business expense, and card program operations within Accounts Payable. You will shape policies, drive efficiency, and coordinate with strategic partners to optimize spend and compliance.

The role requires 7+ years in AP/Travel & Expense or a related field, plus strong data analytics, communication, and ERP proficiency, including Workday and expense tools.