Senior Travel and Expense Analyst

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance. TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR. Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect – and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. Job Summary The Senior Travel and Expense Analyst is a senior individual contributor supporting TriNet’s Travel, Corporate Card (PCard), and Expense (T&E), reporting to the Executive Director, Global Procurement. This role partners closely with global procurement and T&E program owners and Finance to execute defined processes, perform advanced analysis and audits, and support governance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role focuses on operational execution, analytical support, and issue resolution rather than end-to-end program ownership. The Senior Analyst serves as an advanced subject matter resource for T&E operations and Oracle Expense, supports cross-functional initiatives, and provides data-driven insights to inform leadership decisions. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Travel, Expense, and PCard Operations * Support governance activities for Travel, PCard, and Expense programs by executing controls, monitoring compliance metrics, and identifying risks or gaps for escalation * Execute day-to-day administration of the PCard program, including card issuance support, transaction monitoring, exception handling, and coordination with card vendors * Conduct advanced audits of expense reports and PCard transactions to identify trends, compliance gaps, and potential risks, and document findings and recommendations * Serve as an escalation resource for complex operational issues related to travel, PCard, and expense processing Systems & Oracle Expense Support * Act as an advanced subject matter resource for Oracle Expense, performing root cause analysis on system or process issues * Partner with IT and global process owners to support issue resolution, testing, and system enhancements * Provide guidance to users and stakeholders on Oracle Expense functionality and standard processes Vendor & Stakeholder Partnership * Monitor travel vendor performance against established service level agreements (SLAs) and document issues * Partner with Procurement and program owners to support issue resolution and continuous improvement actions * Collaborate with Finance, HR, Compliance, and Internal Audit to support consistent policy application and audit readiness Reporting, Analysis & Insights * Develop and maintain standard and ad-hoc T&E reports and dashboards * Analyze spend, compliance, and usage trends to provide insights that support leadership decision-making * Support cost-savings, automation, and employee experience initiatives through data analysis and operational recommendations Training & Change Support * Develop and deliver training and guidance materials aligned to approved policies, processes, and tools * Support change communications and adoption efforts led by program owners Continuous Improvement & Projects * Support cross-functional projects focused on process optimization, automation, policy updates, and system improvements * Lead defined workstreams or initiatives within a scoped area of responsibility Qualifications Education * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience (Required) Work Experience * Minimum 5 years of experience in travel and expense processing and booking systems (Required) * Minimum 5 years of experience supporting corporate or PCard programs (Required) * Minimum 5 years of experience working with global or cross-regional teams (Required) * Experience with Oracle Expense or similar ERP systems (Preferred) * Basic understanding of general ledger accounting and financial controls (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) * Advanced experience in T&E and PCard operations within a multi-region or enterprise environment * Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable operational insights * Experience leading or supporting cross-functional initiatives within a defined scope * Advanced working knowledge of Oracle or similar ERP systems * Effective communication and stakeholder partnership skills * Strong understanding of T&E policies, controls, and audit requirements * Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and escalate issues appropriately Work Environment * Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * This position is 100% in office. Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity. TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.