Travel & Expense Accountant
$66,560–$79,040 year
On-siteSan Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate business travel arrangements for employees, trade shows, and company events while managing vendor relationships and preferred pricing agreements. Audit and process employee expense reports to ensure timely reimbursement, verifying supporting documentation and proper cost allocation across direct, indirect, and project accounts. Maintain compliance with DCAA requirements, FAR Part 31 cost principles, and corporate travel policies by identifying discrepancies and resolving allowable and unallowable costs. Assist with corporate credit card reconciliations, provide guidance on reporting processes, and support general administrative activities including answering phones. Work a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, earning $32–$38 hourly with full medical, dental, 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in accounting, auditing, finance, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience administering or auditing employee expense reports
- Experience coordinating business travel
- Working knowledge of DCAA requirements, FAR Part 31 cost principles, and government contracting compliance
- Experience reviewing financial transactions for accuracy and proper cost allocation
- Understanding of travel policies, expense management, and reimbursement processes
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve discrepancies independently
- Collaborative team player with a proactive and service-oriented mindset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Experience with expense management, accounting, or ERP systems
- Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional internal customer service and fostering a collaborative work environment
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national
- Must be a U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder)
- Must be a Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157
- Must be an Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future
- Must be able to complete a drug screening if required
Desired Qualifications
- Experience coordinating business travel is preferred
- Experience with expense management, accounting, or ERP systems preferred
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