Financial Operations Analyst

Finance Analyst – Expedia ControllershipThe Expedia Business to Business Controllership team is seeking a Finance Analyst to supervise and report on the direct billing and cash settlement processes for B2B partnerships which is a growing and innovative business.You will report to the Finance Manager of B2B Controllership and closely partner with Account Management, Accounting, Corporate Accounts Payable/Receivable, Tax, Treasury, and Technology teams. You will prepare contractual results supporting processes for strategic B2B partners and gain a deep understanding of the product and insight into the end-to-end business process.This position is part of the B2B team, located in Springfield, MO, and is responsible for supporting receivables and payables processes, partner requests, user acceptance testing, and process improvement initiatives for B2B Loyalty Points partners. Responsibilities include supporting month-end close activities, coordinating AR/AP processes, assisting with daily communications with partners and internal stakeholders, and contributing to the continued growth and evolution of the Loyalty Points operations business.Key Areas of Responsibility· Support partner requirements for billing, cash receipts, cash settlements, automated reporting, and reconciliations.· Prepare, distribute, and maintain the daily aging report for the EPS Loyalty portfolio, with partial ownership of reporting accuracy, remediation tracking, and aging-related business insights.· Prepare monthly AR snapshot reports and support analysis of receivable trends.· Assist with month-end close activities, including AR and AP reconciliations, accrual support, account analysis, and other close-related responsibilities.· Support the execution and monitoring of accounts receivable and accounts payable processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.· Assist with new partner intake, including setup for billing, cash settlement, and daily/monthly reporting packages.· Partner with multiple teams to continuously monitor and evaluate the quality of financial outputs and proactively drive process improvements.· Support the ongoing automation, enhancement, and operational development of the EPS Loyalty Points business, collaborating closely with Oracle, Product, Technology, Commercial, and Accounting teams.· Support ongoing process improvements for the points burn process and related settlement activities, helping identify scalable solutions as the business grows.· Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) for system enhancements and new partner implementations.· Manage partner inquiries and collaborate with account managers and internal stakeholders to resolve billing and settlement issues.· Support ad hoc analyses, reporting requests, and strategic initiatives across EPS Enterprise Solutions.Requirements | Qualifications· Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent experience with demonstrated knowledge of accounting, financial analysis, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and month-end close processes. 2+ years of professional Finance or Accounting experience.· Basic understanding of accounting principles, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close processes.· Intermediate Excel and PowerPoint skills.· Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.· Adaptable and energized by change while maintaining focus on key business goals and objectives.· Strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to transform raw data into meaningful business insights.· Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate financial reporting and process execution.· Experience with Oracle, Business Objects, Tableau, or similar financial reporting tools is a plus.The total cash range for this position in Springfield is $55,000.00 to $77,000.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $88,000.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.