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Amazon Travel and Events Transactions Lead, Strategic Programs Management

Finance, Banking & Legal · Accounting & Audit · Accounts Payable · Financial Analysis · Business Analysis

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In short

Seeking a detail-oriented professional to lead execution for travel and events payment operations, including central billing programs, reconciliation, and supplier billing. This role emphasizes driving operational excellence, implementing smart payment models, and leveraging automation and AI for process optimization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead central billing program operations (BTA/CTA, V-Pay) in partnership with AP.
  • Manage V-Pay virtual card program day-to-day operations and issue resolution.
  • Support M&E central card program management and vendor coordination.
  • Drive central payments reconciliation processes and identify automation opportunities.
  • Manage Central Bill Solution related invoice management (e-invoicing).
  • Maintain and update global country/entity configuration matrix (MoR, invoicing).
  • Own end-to-end travel supplier rebate tracking and payment collection.
  • Execute supplier entity setup and configuration.
  • Produce monthly travel and events accruals in coordination with Finance.
  • Coordinate with AP, Accounting, Tax, FOAA, and FORGE on billing matters.
  • Ensure compliance with payment policy and related GRC controls across geographies.
  • Work closely with Transactions and Policy-Compliance Managers to establish robust fraud mitigation controls for travel and events payments.
  • Continuously review travel and events payments and transactions processes to identify operational gaps and strive for process optimization and automation.
  • Identify and implement AI-driven solutions to optimize payment operations, enhance team productivity, and scale automation across billing workflows.

Requirements

  • 10+ Years of relevant experience preferably in a travel, event, expense or payment operations environment.
  • Familiar with global payment systems and methods of payments - 2 years’ experience or more ideal.
  • Highly analytical with an ability to make data-driven decisions and translate identified opportunities into actionable changes.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and high attention to detail.
  • Good communicator.
  • Able to take on complex situations as well as understand key metrics and how they impact the business.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in creating process improvements with automation and analysis, or experience troubleshooting problems and offering solutions to streamline complex challenges.
  • Experience with at least one of these e-business suite applications: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Procurement, iProcurement, iExpense, General Ledger, Inventory, Fixed Assets.
  • Knowledge of strong understanding of tax compliance principles, regulations, and reporting requirements across jurisdictions.
  • Good judgment and open communication.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple stakeholders’ needs in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.
  • Workplace accommodations and adjustments for individuals with disabilities are available during the application and hiring process.
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Company

Amazon

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

Chennai, India

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