Lead Analyst, Accounts Payable

Role Overview

The Team Lead will be responsible for the Corporate Credit Card (IBCP) process and Concur Expense Management System operations, ensuring accuracy, SOX compliance, and adherence to company travel and expense policies. This role serves as the primary liaison among internal partners, card issuers, employees, auditors, and the finance team to ensure seamless execution, timely issue resolution, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Process Leadership & Operations

• Lead daily operations for IBCP issuance, activation, cancellation, and maintenance.
• Lead Concur processes including expense report reviews, policy compliance, and timely reimbursements.
• Ensure strict adherence to travel & expense policies; address non-compliance.
• Supervise reconciliation between credit card statements and Concur submissions.

2. SOX Compliance & Controls

• Implement and supervise SOX controls related to expense and card processes.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and ensure internal control compliance.
• Facilitate periodic SOX testing and coordinate with auditors.
• Identify and mitigate financial control and data integrity risks.

3. Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary contact for cardholders, employees, and finance teams.
• Liaise with card issuers/banks to resolve disputes, fraud, and technical issues.
• Collaborate with AP, Treasury, HR, Travel Desk, and IT to streamline operations.

4. People Management

• Supervise and mentor a team of analysts; provide training and feedback.
• Allocate workload to ensure timely results and SLA adherence.
• Promote a culture of compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• 5. Process Improvement & Reporting
• Analyze expense data to identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive automation and policy enhancements aligned with industry standard processes.
• Prepare and present MIS and compliance reports to management.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in Corporate Credit Card Programs (IBCP) and Concur.
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Proficiency in reconciliation, audits, and travel & expense policies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership and team development capabilities.
• Analytical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving and escalation management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience, including 2–3 years in a supervisory role.
• Hands-on experience with Concur or similar systems.
• Advanced MS Excel skills; ERP experience (SAP, Oracle) is a plus.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of expense report processing.
• SOX compliance scores and audit outcomes.
• Employee satisfaction and low escalation rates.
• Achieved cost savings and process efficiency improvements.

ABOUT US:

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 65 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG’s ticker symbol is LSEG.

OUR PEOPLE:

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.

We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 65 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.

LSEG Purpose and Values

Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Underpinning our purpose, our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change set the standard for everything we do, every day. They guide the way we interact with each other, the partners we work with and our customers. Delivering on our purpose and living up to our values is a responsibility that we all share.

To achieve our ambitions through a strong culture, People Leaders need to role model our Values and create the culture for everyone at LSEG to be at their best.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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