Travel and Expense Analyst

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a detail-oriented Travel and Expense Analyst to join our finance team in Sterling, VA. You will review, code, and process employee expense reports, ensure compliance with FTR and company policies, and support travelers with policy guidance.

The role emphasizes data analytics, creating dashboards and metrics with Power BI or similar tools, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and driving process improvements while collaborating with teams to deliver accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1–2 years travel and expense experience, preferably in a government contracting environment.
• Strong data analytics skills, including extracting, analyzing and interpreting data to support decisions and improvements.
• Proficiency with analytics and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Software: Emburse (Chrome River), Concur, or similar platform.

Responsibilities

• Expense processing: review and code employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Policy compliance: ensure travel/expense activities follow FTR and company policies.
• Employee support: guide employees on travel and expense policies and reimbursements.
• Reporting: prepare and analyze travel/expense reports for cost-saving insights.
• Data analytics: create dashboards and metrics to tell a story and drive action.
• Travel coordination: ensure compliance with travel policies.
• Continuous improvement: identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analytics

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SharePoint

Power Automate

Emburse / Chrome River

Concur

Job description

Onsite Nightwing

Sterling, VA

Full time

JR102132

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Travel and Expense Analyst with analytics experience to join our finance team. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and accurate processing of travel and expense reports for our employees, in compliance with government regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Expense Processing: Review and process employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance, including verifying receipts and proper coding of expenses.

• Policy Compliance: Ensure all travel and expense activities adhere to company policies and government regulations, including the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR).

• Employee Support: Provide guidance and support to employees regarding travel and expense policies, procedures, and reimbursements.

• Reporting: Prepare and analyze travel and expense reports, providing insights and recommendations for cost-saving measures.

• Data Analytics: Create and maintain travel and expense metrics, developing dashboards for end users across the company that tell a story and inspire action.

• Travel Coordination: Ensure compliance with government and company travel policies.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of travel and expense management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

• 1-2 years of travel and expense experience, preferably within a government contracting environment.

• Strong data analytics skills, including the ability to extract, analyze, and interpret data to support decision‑making and process improvement.

• Proficiency with analytics and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).

• Software: Emburse (Chrome River), Concur, or similar platform.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Familiarity with travel booking systems and expense management software.

• Knowledge of government travel regulations and compliance requirements.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Problem‑solving skills with a track record of identifying process gaps and implementing effective solutions.

• Ability to take initiative and proactively resolve issues.

• PowerBI, SharePoint, PowerAutomate

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($55,000-$106,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.