Sr. Expense Processor

Princeton University’s Office of Finance & Treasury seeks a Senior Expense Processor to join the Procurement Operations team. Under the direction of the Manager, Procurement Operations, the Senior Expense Processor is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, travel and expense reimbursement requests and resolution of match exceptions generated through the PO/Invoice matching process.

The Senior Expense Processor will handle the most complex requests and serve as an escalation point to the Expense Processors to help resolve complex expense processing, expense policy and other processing related issues. In this capacity they will be expected to research appropriate resolutions and partner with key stakeholders to ensure timely processing of all incoming requests.

Inquiry Resolution and Training

• Investigate match exception requests and manage to resolution
• Support the Financial Service Center by responding to tier 2 expense related inquiries
• Partner with the Manager, Procurement Operations to deliver training to University departments
• In collaboration with the Manager, Procurements Operations work with departments to address and resolve individual issues and provide specific training as needed

Expense Processing

• Review PO backed invoices and Non-PO backed payment requests to ensure payment requirements are met
• Review payment requests to Non-Resident Aliens (NRA) to determine appropriate tax treatment, apply withholding (if applicable) and partner with the NRA Tax Team to address complex situations
• Escalate aged items in a timely manner

Travel & Expense Reimbursements

• Review Concur reimbursement requests to ensure all requirements including adherence to University Policy are met

• Work the Manager, Procurement Operations, to address questionable reimbursement requests

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years’ experience in an accounts payable, accounting, accounts receivable or finance function
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with other departments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to explain detailed processes in a clear and concise way to key stakeholders
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, Word)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with PeopleSoft Financial Management or other ERP suites
• Familiarity with SAP Concur
• Familiarity using business intelligence applications to manage, manipulate and analyze large datasets
• Experience in a higher education environment
• Experience providing training or presenting
• Understanding of banking processes including wire and ACH payments and foreign currency transactions

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.