Amazon Travel and Events Transactions Lead, Strategic Programs Management

In this role we are seeking a customer obsessed structured and detail oriented professional to support and drive transactions strategy execution initiatives that envision implementing smart intuitive payment models in partnership with Account Payables that balances customer experience with necessity controls. Role focuses on leading day-to-day execution across travel and events payment operations central billing programs reconciliation and supplier billing management. Reports to the Travel and Events Transactions Manager. Emphasis on driving operational excellence across AT&E Payments RACI-defined payment program areas cross-functional coordination with AP Finance Tax FOAA and vendor partners. India-based with global scope.

Key job 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
Continuous review of travel and events payments and transactions processes to identify operational gaps and strive for process optimization and automation
Ability to identify and implement AI-driven solutions to optimize payment operations enhance team productivity and scale automation across billing workflows


About the team
AT&E Strategic Programs Management (SPM) drives T&E Policy compliance and controllership excellence intelligent payment solutions and sustainability transformation across Amazons travel and events ecosystem. Operating on Customer Obsession Insist on Highest Standards and Deliver Results we support AT&Es strategic pillars of Risk Reduction and Sustainability by developing smart policies scalable payments automation and data-driven insights that protect our customers and company while advancing Amazons path to net-zero carbon.

- 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

- 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

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