Travel & Expense Specialist

Addison Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Descripción de la vacante

Addison Group is seeking a Travel & Expense Specialist in Washington, DC. This contract role supports high-volume travel and expense operations, ensuring timely review, approval, reconciliation, and processing of employee travel and expense transactions.

The role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Onsite schedule is 8AM-5PM with 100% onsite presence in Washington, DC.

Formación

• Experience with travel and expense processing, reconciliation and approvals.
• History in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented and organized.

Responsabilidades

• Review, audit and process employee travel and expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Approve and reconcile travel authorizations and expense submissions, up to 200 per week.
• Investigate discrepancies, policy violations and reimbursement issues.
• Support accounts payable functions related to travel, expense reimbursements and vendor payments.
• Communicate travel policies, documentation requirements and inquiries to employees and management.
• Maintain accurate records while ensuring internal controls and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and efficiency.

Conocimientos

Travel & Expense processing

Audit & reconciliation

Policy compliance

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Educación

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience

Herramientas

Workday

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Accounts Payable – Travel & Expense Specialist

Type: Contract (6 Months)

Location: Washington, DC (100% Onsite)

Schedule: Onsite, 8AM-5PM

Compensation: $25-30hr

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO

A well-established organization in Washington, DC is seeking a Travel & Expense Specialist to join its finance team. This position will support high-volume travel and expense operations in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely review, approval, reconciliation, and processing of employee travel and expense transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, audit, and process employee travel and expense reports for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Approve and reconcile a high volume of travel authorizations and expense submissions, handling up to 200 approvals per week.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, policy violations, and reimbursement issues.
• Support accounts payable functions related to travel, expense reimbursements, and vendor payments.
• Communicate with employees and management regarding travel policies, documentation requirements, and expense-related inquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation while ensuring compliance with internal controls and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with Travel & Expense processing, reconciliation, and travel authorization approvals.
• Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Proven ability to take ownership of responsibilities and work effectively within a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Workday or a comparable large-scale ERP system.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and various business technology tools.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be dependable, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a high-pressure environment. They will possess strong business maturity, accountability, and a proactive approach to identifying solutions while maintaining exceptional customer service and communication standards.

Benefits & Bonuses

• You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses

Permanent Employment

Many of Addison’s Finance & Accounting job openings lead to potential permanent employment

Connections

You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations

Options

You are presented multiple employment options near your home

Professional Development

You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Equal Opportunity Employer

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age , disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.