Travel & Expense Analyst

CarGurus
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2022 CLOSED ON 10/10/2023

Job Posting for Travel & Expense Analyst at CarGurus

Who we are
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we're the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we've been profitable for over 15 years.

What we do
The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus—our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!


Role overview:

As a core member of the Procure-to-Pay team, the Travel & Expense Analyst will lead all aspects of (1) CarGurus' Corporate Card Program, (2) travel support, (3) expense report processing, and (4) reconciliation of corporate card spend. This person will also partner closely with our Procurement Manager & our Accounts Payable Supervisor in defining the future state of Travel at CarGurus.


What you'll do

  • Support Company travel globally;
  • Work directly with CarGurus Travel Management Company;
  • Review expense reports in accordance with Company policy;
  • Develop and maintain travel reporting;
  • Review Company Travel Policy annually;
  • Identify & review opportunity for cost savings;
  • Perform month-end balance reconciliations;
  • Perform analytical and ad hoc reporting as required;
  • Support global corporate card program;
  • Work with internal and external customers regarding account and expense inquiries;
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls per Company's policy;
  • Look for areas of improvement in execution to ensure efficient and effective processing of AP and T&E transactions;
  • Provide information for monthly key performance indicators.

What you'll bring

  • Deep knowledge of Travel Platforms, Accounts Payable, Procurement, and Travel & Expense systems and procedures;
  • Quick learner and self-starter who has the ability to work both independently, as well as part of a team;
  • Able to work in a paperless, fast-paced environment with strong interpersonal skills;
  • Accustomed to working with Quarterly and Annual timelines;
  • Technical understanding of Finance systems, preferably Concur and NetSuite;
  • Extensive experience supporting internal/external customers/suppliers;
  • Demonstrates strong understanding of accounting fundamentals;
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Meticulous and thorough while maintaining a high level of accuracy;
  • Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Most important Excel, Word, PowerPoint).


Working at CarGurus

We reward our Gurus' curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.

We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential—starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That's why we hope you'll apply even if you don't check every box listed in the job description. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus.

Additional information
US employees must provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation. #LI-Hybrid

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