Travel & Expense Manager

This is a Full Time Job

The Manager, Travel & Expense will provide leadership and oversight for the company’s corporate card and T&E expense reporting programs. This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of all T&E activities, including administration of the Concur expense system and corporate card programs. The position manages monthly Concur accruals for MSG Entertainment, MSG Sports, and MSG Sphere as part of the close process. In addition, the position promotes organizational alignment with company values, mission, and vision through relationship building, staff development, and the implementation of policies and procedures. This role will report to the Senior Director Accounts Payable.

What will you do?
• Manage monthly Concur accruals as part of the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries and providing accrual information to the Accounting team in accordance with the close calendar.
• Ensure timely payment of employee expense reports and corporate card statements while maintaining accurate records and control reports.
• Maintain and update processes and procedures for Accounts Payable and SOX compliance workflows.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Concur Expense system, including training, system support, and integrations. Serve as the primary liaison between the company and Concur support for issue escalation and system enhancements.
• Manage relationships with corporate card and expense management vendors, leading recurring meetings to support company initiatives and system improvements.
• Review end-to-end T&E processes and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and controls.
• Develop reporting and analytics on T&E spend and recommend strategies to control costs and refine policies.
• Manage, train, and motivate assigned staff while providing regular updates on work progress to the Senior Director, Accounts Payable.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures to improve the effectiveness of the corporate card and T&E program.
• Complete special projects and other assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Partner with the company Travel Manager and travel agency to ensure bookings comply with company travel policies.

What do you need to succeed?
• BS or BA a plus in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 5-years related experience, strong knowledge of GAAP
• Experience managing and supervising a Travel & Expense (T&E) department.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance workflows and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Solid understanding of the monthly close process.
• Experience with Oracle Accounts Payable functions and Concur T&E preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and executive management.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
• Ability to evaluate processes and implement more efficient practices and procedures.

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