Travel & Expense System Analyst

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
The University of Manitoba is looking for a Travel & Expense System Analyst. This position will be responsible for ensuring the On-Line Booking Tool (OBT) and Expense Management Tool (EMT), Concur, is functional and fully utilized by University travellers.

A key component to this position is continually ensuring that efficient and effective financial controls are in place with the OBT/EMT and are being monitored. Additionally, the Travel & Expense System Analyst will develop, maintain and disseminate reports on the effectiveness of these controls, as well as on expenses, informational trends and patterns, travel statistics and key performance indicators.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- A Business Administration Degree or equivalent, specializing in General Management, Finance, Accounting, IT Systems or a related field is required.
- A sound understanding of accounting principles, practices and financial controls is required.
- Systems training in computerized financial records environment would be an asset.
- Minimum one year of administrative experience in an accounting related environment required.
- Systems experience, where investigating system issues and analyzing systems was the primary focus is required.
- Experience working in a complex, integrated computer and information system environment and a working knowledge of computer produced data is required.
- Experience working in a customer focused environment required.
- Experience providing policy and system-related training to others is required.
- Experience interpreting policy is required.
- Previous experience administering a major financial system, such as Banner Finance and familiarity with the University of Manitoba environment and culture preferred.
- Knowledge of the Concur on-line booking tools and expense management tool will be considered an asset.
- Experience working with financial controls or compliance is an asset.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Must be skilled in the use of a personal computer and desktop software Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills required.
- Must have the ability to multi task and to meet strict deadlines. Ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment.
- The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and public in a diplomatic, firm but tactful manner, maintaining good relations with other University departments is required.
- Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service is required.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: September 18, 2024**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided