Travel Coordinator

Travel Coordinator

Fisk University - Nashville, TN

Overview

Level Experienced Category Accounting

Description

The Travel Coordinator will arrange business travel for employees, students, and athletics teams, identifying the most cost-effective and efficient travel arrangements and making necessary reservations for accommodation.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews and approves travel requests submitted via Colleague; requests corrections when/if needed.
• Research and compares available travel and hotel accommodations to identify the best available option for each travel need.
• When travel arrangements are within approved travel reasons and budget limits, makes all arrangements and reservations as requested.
• Monitors and facilitates the use of company credit cards, requests statement reconciliations from all card holders monthly.
• Reconciles the Business Office American Express travel card timely monthly, providing all receipts and appropriate documentation.
• Reviews and approves reimbursements for travel expenses and provides follow up for travel advances and associated reconciliation, including return of funds.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Secondary Functions:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills with the ability to assess multiple options and to identify the best choice to serve a specified goal.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Organizational Responsibility: Non

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; some higher education preferred.
• Excellent administrative experience and communication skills required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.