Expense Audit Associate Manager

Job Description

Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We re helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. And, we re developing strategies and implementing solutions that enable the transformative change they need to own their future. As a member of the Huron corporate team, you ll help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron s collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results. Join our team and create your future. Job Details: Leads the expense audit team, ensuring adherence to audit standards, accuracy, timeliness, and service excellence. Subject matter expert for Huron s expense audit process and leadership expense submissions on behalf of Executives. Develops and maintains metrics-driven performance tracking to measure team effectiveness, expense trends, SLAs, and financial insights. Partnering with Manager on Self and Team coaching and development Oversees the review, approval, and assignment of expense reports for audits, ensuring global coverage (US, Canada, UK, India, etc.). Develops robust processes and control mechanisms to enhance accuracy and compliance. Proactively identifies risks, trends, and areas for improvement, providing data-backed recommendations. Ensures compliance with internal and external audit requirements and supports departmental audit requests. Drives and leads expense audit projects, ensuring seamless execution and monitoring impact. Defines and documents expense audit procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency. Oversees and conducts system testing for enhancements and process changes. Fosters a collaborative team environment, ensuring clear communication and coordination across Bangalore and US locations. Acts as the Workday subject matter expert for Huron s expense system, performing system testing, enhancements, and training. Supports the Procure to Pay team with internal and client-driven ad-hoc requests. Manages escalations and urgent support requests, ensuring timely resolution and SLA adherence. Ensures data-driven decision-making through critical analysis and interpretation of expense data. Performs other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution. 8 - 10 years of relevant experience in expense auditing, financial analysis, and policy compliance. 2 - 4 years of team management experience. Preferred Experience leadership expense submissions, particularly for MDs Proven ability to analyze financial data, interpret trends, and make informed decisions. Strong project handling and execution skills, with the ability to own and drive initiatives. Proficiency in critical analysis and data interpretation for process improvements. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact at all organizational levels. Strong organizational and prioritization skills, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to handle complex customer issues and compliance matters. Ability to operate effectively in high-paced, ambiguous environments. Preferred Qualifications: Professional degrees such as B. Com, MBA, CA Inter, or an accounting background. Workday experience is strongly preferred. Prior experience working with global expense audit processes. Exposure to automation and process optimization initiatives. Competencies Adaptability : Ability to maintain effectiveness when dealing with major changes in work responsibilities or environment. Adapt to changes quickly and help guide the team through transitions. Facilitating Change : Lead the implementation of change initiatives, address resistance, and encourage the team to embrace new approaches for process improvements. Critical Thinking : Gather, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to identify problems and opportunities. Make decisions by evaluating risks, considering alternatives, and choosing the best course of action. Client Focus : Ensure the needs of both internal and external clients are a priority, tailoring the audit process to meet business goals while delivering exceptional client service. Business Acumen : Understand financial, market, and industry trends to make informed decisions that align with the organization s strategic objectives. Continuous Learning : Actively identify new areas for learning and create opportunities for personal and professional growth. Use newly gained knowledge to enhance team performance and auditing effectiveness. Delegation & Empowerment : Identify the strengths of team members and delegate tasks accordingly, providing clear expectations and offering support as needed. Empower the team to make decisions and take responsibility for outcomes. Planning & Organizing : Organize and prioritize work efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met, resources are allocated effectively, and projects are completed on time. Coaching : Provide regular feedback via Performance driven metrics - Partners with Manager to develop the team. Communication : Communicate clearly and effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring information is shared in a way that is concise, timely, and actionable. EQ (Emotional Intelligence) : Use self-awareness, empathy, and social skills to build and sustain strong, trust-based relationships with the team, clients, and other stakeholders. Position Level Manager Country India