Global Travel & Entertainment Analyst

Bakelite Synthetics is charting the course as the next-generation chemical company. With our global presence and rich history dating back to 1907, we are deeply rooted in the boundless possibilities of science and curiosity.
 

Today, from trains and planes to everyday household items, our products are almost always within a few feet.   We are continuously innovating thousands of products around the world while committing to sustainability and environmental protection. We are looking for talented and passionate people to help us create that future and the products that will continue to change the world. If you are someone who is curious, creative, and driven to make a difference, then you should consider joining our team.  

As a valued member of the Bakelite team, you will:

• Work on cutting-edge projects that are making a real impact on the world
• Collaborate with a team of talented and passionate people
• Learn and grow in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Put your unique fingerprint on our growing organization
• Make a difference in the world by helping create sustainable products

If you are ready to join a company that is changing the world, then we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to see what you can do!

Description

We are seeking a Travel & Expense Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting Team at Bakelite.  This role is responsible for the Bakelite’s T&E policy and general coordination of our travel programs including our Concur system.  This position requires knowledge of program policies, procedures and system implementation to communicate and process information. This position will work out of our Global Corporate Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.  

Essential Functions:

• Daily processing of expense reports
  • Maintain and/or upload (Concur) expense exports into appropriate ERP system daily
  • Analyze and reconcile balance sheet postings
  • Provide reporting analytics
  • Answer emails from the expense email box on a daily basis
• Set up and maintenance of credit card program in coordination with HR and Treasury
  • Manage company card application process
  • Liaison with credit card provider
  • Training for card holders
  • Communication to employees regarding card issuance
• Provide implementation support during transition to Concur including but not limited to
  • Set up of Concur environment (eg. cost centers, GL-accounts and approval routings)
  • Create test scripts for testing and test
  • Verify general ledger postings in ERP
  • Manage interfaces
  • Provide Concur training for new employee
• Create travel expense accrual on a monthly basis and prepare reconciliation
• Prepare and send communications regarding non-compliance with T&E policies
• Liaison between employees and Travel Partners
• Support audit request and inquiries  
• Participation in projects groups
• Concur maintenance as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills
• Effective  communicator oral/written
• Experience with Concur is a plus and/or implementing a corporate card program
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel
• Handling of sensitive and/or confidential information
• Strong problem solving skills
• Understanding of Accounting / Accounts Payable
• Financial/Business analysis experience – gathering data and performing analysis

Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or related field

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law. 

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify.  For additional details, click HERE.

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.