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Job Title: Telecom Expense Management Analyst

Job ID: 2024-12910

Job Location: Milwaukee, WI, Dallas, TX, or Atlanta, GA

Job Travel Location(s):

# Positions: 1

Employment Type: W2

Duration:Long Term

# of Layers:0

Work Eligibility:All Work Authorizations are Permitted No Visa Transfers

Key Technology:Auditing, reconciliation, telecom

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in-depth audits and reconciliation of telecom and data networking service orders and change activity, against vendor records, billing and corporate-wide financial objectives.
• File carrier disputes when warranted.
• Manage order tracking, expense monitoring and allocation of cost and credits for network activity, across multiple business units.
• Liaison to telecom and network suppliers on behalf of Client

Skills and Experience Required: Required :-

• 3+ years of experience in Telecom Expense Mgmt. analyst role
• Able to perform in-depth audits and reconciliation of telecom and data networking service orders and change activity, against vendor records, billing and corporate-wide financial objectives.
• Ability to file carrier disputes when warranted.
• Able to manage order tracking, expense monitoring and allocation of cost and credits for network activity, across multiple business units.
• Able to act as a liaison to telecom and network suppliers on behalf of Client

Education:

• Bachelors degree required; relevant, equivalent work experience may be substituted for degree requirement

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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
The Director of Global Travel & Expense will lead the strategic and operational management of Versant's end-to-end global Travel & Expense Management, as well as Commercial Card programs. This role is responsible for overseeing global provision of company-wide employee travel operations for Versant businesses, including the re-design of in-source, co-source and out-source operational models to ensure cost effective, efficient operations. The Director will drive policy compliance, ensuring accurate and timely expense processing, maintaining internal controls, and support employees globally through a consistent and efficient travel and expense experience. Reporting to the SVP of Accounting Operations, the Director will manage cross-functional teams and multi-national vendor relationships (e.g., BCD Travel, Concur, CitiBank, BPO) and will play a critical role in ensuring operational readiness for Day 1 and beyond as Versant launches as a newly independent company. The key purpose of this role is to provide essential travel, commercial card, and compliance operational and strategic leadership serving the needs of Versant's traveling employees on a global basis.
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery
+ Lead the design and execution of global T&E processes, including card issuance, expense reporting, auditing, exception handling, and reimbursement.
+ Ensure seamless integration between Concur, CitiBank, and SAP, while coordinating with BPO provider and internal teams for operations and support.
+ Oversee recurring and one-time T&E workflows, ensuring timely audits, approvals, and payments across domestic and international entities.
+ Provide strategic direction to and ongoing management of commercial and chartered airlines, hotels, and transportation vendor contracts.
+ Manage and track spending against the T&E budget to ensure efficient reporting, resource allocation, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with company policies.
+ Manage the transition and continuity of T&E service delivery during TSA periods and oversee eventual hand-off or in-house migration.
+ Actively nurture business executive and employee relationships and demonstrate excellence in client service.
+ Manage global CitiBank card relationship to monitor performance, ensure SLA and contract compliance, and resolve operational issues as they arise.
+ Responsible for global business travel contract negotiation and relationship management for all lines of travel.
+ Responsible for overall Concur business relationship, including contract management and oversight of the internal audit process.
Standards and Controls
+ Own and enforce global T&E policies and compliance, including receipt thresholds, audit protocols, and exception workflows (e.g., personal expenses on corporate cards).
+ Ensure 100% audit coverage via Concur AI and manual reviews, and implement continuous control monitoring for policy breaches.
+ Partner with Legal, Internal Audit, and Compliance to maintain alignment with regulatory requirements, tax implications, and risk management practices.
+ Coordinate with Payroll and Accounting for cross-charging, reimbursements, and exception journal entries.
Performance
+ Define and track key T&E performance metrics (e.g., compliance rates, turnaround times, exception volumes, policy violations).
+ Identify cost-saving opportunities and process automation improvements leveraging AI-driven auditing and exception workflows. Drive consistent year-on-year cost reduction initiatives.
+ Own vendor performance and relationship management (e.g., banking partner for cards, Concur for systems, BPO partner), including contract oversight and vendor negotiation to secure favorable corporate terms.
+ Drive periodic reviews and continuous improvements based on employee feedback, data insights, and benchmarks.
People
+ Build and lead a global T&E team across regions (e.g., US, Amsterdam, Manila) aligned with the Versant shared services and controllership model.
+ Serve as a point of escalation and expertise for T&E-related queries and exceptions from business units.
+ Drive training, awareness, and user adoption for new systems and policies across SpinCo's employee base.
+ Ensure smooth onboarding of T&E responsibilities post-separation and manage change effectively across teams.
+ Develop and actively oversee employee professional and career development efforts.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA strongly preferred.
+ 15+ years of experience managing global T&E operations at large multinational organizations. Travel industry expertise is essential.
+ Deep knowledge of Concur, SAP, and global commercial card (T&E, P-Card, Virtual Cards, Department Card, etc.,) programs (Citibank preferred).
+ Experience standing up new operational capabilities in a transformation or spin-off environment.
+ Proven track record of managing third-party service providers and driving cross-functional alignment.
+ Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills with a bias for action and process improvement.
+ Travel industry expert and working knowledge of airline / hotel reservation, commercial card programs, industry regulations, and related systems.
Knowledge & Skills
+ System Proficiency: Expertise in Concur, SAP, and corporate card platforms (e.g., CitiManager).
+ Policy and Compliance: Strong understanding of global T&E policies, audit protocols, and regulatory requirements.
+ Operational Excellence: Skilled in automation, exception handling, and third-party vendor oversight.
+ Data-Driven: Ability to interpret T&E metrics and drive improvements through insights.
+ Global Mindset: Experience supporting multi-region T&E operations and coordinating with payroll, tax, and HR functions.
+ Leadership: Proven ability to manage global teams and lead through change.
Additional Information
+ Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the Orlando office, a minimum of three days per week.
+ Must be willing to work in the Orlando, FL office
+ This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page ( of the Careers website.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Field Service Process Specialist, you will be responsible for implementing and transitioning to the SAP S4HANA system, with a focus on project time and expenses. This role involves understanding how a time and expenses are collected and how this will be integrated with SAP S4HANA. You will also collaborate with various partners to ensure seamless integration and optimized financial operations processes.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Implement and manage the project time & expenses process within SAP S4HANA

• Analyze existing business process related to time & expenses. Identify areas of improvement while ensuring alignment with SAP S4Hanna capabilities.

• Develop SAP S4HANA capabilities for integrating time and expenses, including union and non-union labor which may or may not be permanent Siemens Energy employees.

• Produce completed time sheets for customer approval and inclusion as Customer Invoice back-up using SAP S4HANA.

• Apply SAP S4Hanna capability to maintain attachments and download time and expense reports as MS Excel or Acrobat Adobe documents based on customer requirements.

• Stay updated with SAP S4HANA updates and propose enhancements to existing systems and processes to ensure a seamless implementation.

• Implement Change Management strategies to support the roll out of a new ERP system, while making tactical decisions to ensure success.

What You Bring

• BS Degree in Business Admin/Accounting/Finance or 10 years of equivalent experience in the industry.

• PMP Certification a plus

• Proven background in accounting/payroll/billing; experience in customer service.

• Experience with SAP, MySPGI/Project Module, NextGen, and Concur.

• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office Products.

• Eager to work in a dynamic, ambiguous and high pace environment.

• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Our Business Process Team operates with high efficiency in the background by applying technology to our processes, ensuring that we operate in a streamlined and efficient manner. We use innovative tools to achieve our performance metrics while implementing continuous improvement measures that support the Global and North American strategic initiatives.

Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy:

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture

• Company paid Health and wellness benefits

• Paid Time Off and paid holidays

• 401K savings plan with company match

• Family building benefits

• Parental leave

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local

law.

**A Snapshot of Your Day**
As a Field Service Process Specialist, you will be responsible for implementing and transitioning to the SAP S4HANA system, with a focus on project time and expenses. This role involves understanding how a time and expenses are collected and how this will be integrated with SAP S4HANA. You will also collaborate with various partners to ensure seamless integration and optimized financial operations processes.
**How You'll Make an Impact**
+ Implement and manage the project time & expenses process within SAP S4HANA
+ Analyze existing business process related to time & expenses. Identify areas of improvement while ensuring alignment with SAP S4Hanna capabilities.
+ Develop SAP S4HANA capabilities for integrating time and expenses, including union and non-union labor which may or may not be permanent Siemens Energy employees.
+ Produce completed time sheets for customer approval and inclusion as Customer Invoice back-up using SAP S4HANA.
+ Apply SAP S4Hanna capability to maintain attachments and download time and expense reports as MS Excel or Acrobat Adobe documents based on customer requirements.
+ Stay updated with SAP S4HANA updates and propose enhancements to existing systems and processes to ensure a seamless implementation.
+ Implement Change Management strategies to support the roll out of a new ERP system, while making tactical decisions to ensure success.
**What You Bring**
+ BS Degree in Business Admin/Accounting/Finance or 10 years of equivalent experience in the industry.
+ PMP Certification a plus
+ Proven background in accounting/payroll/billing; experience in customer service.
+ Experience with SAP, MySPGI/Project Module, NextGen, and Concur.
+ Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office Products.
+ Eager to work in a dynamic, ambiguous and high pace environment.
+ Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
**About the Team**
Our Business Process Team operates with high efficiency in the background by applying technology to our processes, ensuring that we operate in a streamlined and efficient manner. We use innovative tools to achieve our performance metrics while implementing continuous improvement measures that support the Global and North American strategic initiatives.
**Gas Services**
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
**Who is Siemens Energy?**
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
+ Company paid Health and wellness benefits
+ Paid Time Off and paid holidays
+ 401K savings plan with company match
+ Family building benefits
+ Parental leave
** Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local
law.

SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG's shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.
In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.
The anticipated salary range for this role is between $126,000.00 and $170,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.
**Role Description**
**Overview**
We are seeking an experienced VP with strong communication and analytical skills to join the Financial Planning & Analysis team (FP&A) Expense Management team. Among other things, this individual will transform and drive transparency in SMBC Americas Division's expense management. The VP will work with core Finance teams and other key colleagues to enhance the organization's management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. The individual should be skilled in driver-based planning, forecasting and reporting, financial data analysis, and scenario modelling to drive actionable insight. This function requires strong influencing and negotiation skills and provides the opportunity to demonstrate thought leadership to senior management.
Scope of responsibility includes driving execution of annual planning and monthly forecasting processes, producing standard monthly management reporting and ad hoc reporting and analysis for U.S. CFO and other senior stakeholders, and execution of key change related initiatives.
**Responsibilities**
+ Drive key strategic initiatives within the U.S. CFO office in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
+ Enhance and execute annual planning & monthly forecasting processes to enable entity, business, and regional views of expenses and headcount
+ Build / maintain expense and headcount models to drive business decisions and help guide senior management in making strategic decisions with regards to expense management and overall profitability
+ Produce monthly and ad hoc management reporting for U.S. CFO and other key stakeholders
+ Identify, challenge, and communicate risks and impacts to management team while considering business implications and dependencies
+ Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders on ad hoc scenario analysis and expense management strategies
+ Execute on critical initiatives, as needed, including performing gap assessment, analysis, setting up projects/initiatives to drive results
+ Innovate and improve existing processes around management reporting; and build new processes where none exist
**Qualifications and Skills**
+ Minimum of 7+ years' experience in financial services industry in Financial Planning & Analysis roles
+ Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and plan/prioritize appropriately
+ Anaplan model building / user experience (nice to have)
+ Ability to lead and drive initiatives through creative thinking and pragmatism
+ Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively build and manage relationships with cross-functional stakeholders across levels
+ Intellectual curiosity - a desire to understand why something works the way it does and what if anything can be done to drive improvement
+ Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Strong attention to detail and ability to independently work across functional groups inclusive of front/middle/back-office functions
+ Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
+ Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Tableau (along with ability to quickly learn new programs and applications)
+ Collaborative and demonstrated ability to manage a team in dynamic environment
SMBC's employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.
SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at

**A Snapshot of Your Day**
As a Field Service Process Specialist, you will be responsible for implementing and transitioning to the SAP S4HANA system, with a focus on project time and expenses. This role involves understanding how a time and expenses are collected and how this will be integrated with SAP S4HANA. You will also collaborate with various partners to ensure seamless integration and optimized financial operations processes.
**How You'll Make an Impact**
+ Implement and manage the project time & expenses process within SAP S4HANA
+ Analyze existing business process related to time & expenses. Identify areas of improvement while ensuring alignment with SAP S4Hanna capabilities.
+ Develop SAP S4HANA capabilities for integrating time and expenses, including union and non-union labor which may or may not be permanent Siemens Energy employees.
+ Produce completed time sheets for customer approval and inclusion as Customer Invoice back-up using SAP S4HANA.
+ Apply SAP S4Hanna capability to maintain attachments and download time and expense reports as MS Excel or Acrobat Adobe documents based on customer requirements.
+ Stay updated with SAP S4HANA updates and propose enhancements to existing systems and processes to ensure a seamless implementation.
+ Implement Change Management strategies to support the roll out of a new ERP system, while making tactical decisions to ensure success.
**What You Bring**
+ BS Degree in Business Admin/Accounting/Finance or 10 years of equivalent experience in the industry.
+ PMP Certification a plus
+ Proven background in accounting/payroll/billing; experience in customer service.
+ Experience with SAP, MySPGI/Project Module, NextGen, and Concur.
+ Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office Products.
+ Eager to work in a dynamic, ambiguous and high pace environment.
+ Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
**About the Team**
Our Business Process Team operates with high efficiency in the background by applying technology to our processes, ensuring that we operate in a streamlined and efficient manner. We use innovative tools to achieve our performance metrics while implementing continuous improvement measures that support the Global and North American strategic initiatives.
**Gas Services**
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
**Who is Siemens Energy?**
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
+ Company paid Health and wellness benefits
+ Paid Time Off and paid holidays
+ 401K savings plan with company match
+ Family building benefits
+ Parental leave
** Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local
law.

**A Snapshot of Your Day**
As a Field Service Process Specialist, you will be responsible for implementing and transitioning to the SAP S4HANA system, with a focus on project time and expenses. This role involves understanding how a time and expenses are collected and how this will be integrated with SAP S4HANA. You will also collaborate with various partners to ensure seamless integration and optimized financial operations processes.
**How You'll Make an Impact**
+ Implement and manage the project time & expenses process within SAP S4HANA
+ Analyze existing business process related to time & expenses. Identify areas of improvement while ensuring alignment with SAP S4Hanna capabilities.
+ Develop SAP S4HANA capabilities for integrating time and expenses, including union and non-union labor which may or may not be permanent Siemens Energy employees.
+ Produce completed time sheets for customer approval and inclusion as Customer Invoice back-up using SAP S4HANA.
+ Apply SAP S4Hanna capability to maintain attachments and download time and expense reports as MS Excel or Acrobat Adobe documents based on customer requirements.
+ Stay updated with SAP S4HANA updates and propose enhancements to existing systems and processes to ensure a seamless implementation.
+ Implement Change Management strategies to support the roll out of a new ERP system, while making tactical decisions to ensure success.
**What You Bring**
+ BS Degree in Business Admin/Accounting/Finance or 10 years of equivalent experience in the industry.
+ PMP Certification a plus
+ Proven background in accounting/payroll/billing; experience in customer service.
+ Experience with SAP, MySPGI/Project Module, NextGen, and Concur.
+ Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office Products.
+ Eager to work in a dynamic, ambiguous and high pace environment.
+ Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
**About the Team**
Our Business Process Team operates with high efficiency in the background by applying technology to our processes, ensuring that we operate in a streamlined and efficient manner. We use innovative tools to achieve our performance metrics while implementing continuous improvement measures that support the Global and North American strategic initiatives.
**Gas Services**
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
**Who is Siemens Energy?**
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.
Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
+ Company paid Health and wellness benefits
+ Paid Time Off and paid holidays
+ 401K savings plan with company match
+ Family building benefits
+ Parental leave
** Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local
law.

Job Title: Senior IT Analyst - Telecom Expense Management
Location: Columbus, OH
Hybrid: In office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, remote on Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Duration: 02/24/2025 - 10/31/2025 (Contract to Hire)
Rate: $50 - $58/hour
Contract Type: W-2 only, no visa sponsorships or subcontracting

Scope of Services:

The Senior IT Analyst – Telecom Expense Management will manage telecom expenses for the organization, ensuring proper management and cost optimization of telecom services, both fixed wireline and wireless. This role will involve working closely with telecom service providers, internal business teams, and the finance department to ensure accurate invoicing, tracking, and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of telecom systems, and the ability to engage with service providers and internal teams to ensure the smooth functioning of telecom operations.

Role, Responsibilities & Deliverables:

Telecom Expense Management:

• Manage fixed wireline and wireless expenses.
• Investigate telecom usage charges with the help of invoices and customer service representatives.
• Perform invoice analysis to identify billing errors, discrepancies, and opportunities for savings.
• Prepare and execute month-end activities on a timely basis, including system chargeback departmental journals, bill/ledger reconciliations, and Telco accruals.
• Resolve telecom and business group queries related to invoices and payment information.
• Prepare monthly telecom expense forecasts, tracking net new adds/disconnects by month.
• Monitor telecom vendor billing, pricing inconsistencies, and include them in the Audit Status Report.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and payouts.

Telecom Cost Optimization:

• Identify cost optimization opportunities and implement strategies for reducing telecom-related expenses.

• Track telecom service provider contract amendments, changes, updates, and manage associated documentation and archival.

Operations & Vendor Management:

• Maintain a telecom inventory database (MACD: Move, Add, Change, Disconnection) and wireless order management.
• Engage in IT operations to monitor and manage network-related incidents, changes, problems, and configuration management.
• Monitor outsourced contract performance, compliance, and identify variances, recommending corrective actions.
• Oversee SLA management and review appeals.
• Initiate RFPs/RFQs for network services, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.
• Work with Project Managers, Engineers, and Architects to support telecom order processing.
• Perform audits to ensure contract compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

Process Improvement & Documentation:

• Identify areas for process improvements and actively engage in business process optimization initiatives.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for telecom services, procedures, and process changes.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects, back-up functions, and process audits as needed.

Education & Qualifications:

• Experience: 5-7 years in telecommunication services or network services, with proven experience managing telecom expenses and operations.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of telecom components, trends, and best practices. Experience with telecom expense management (TEM) solutions like Tangoe, Calero, or Cass.
• Degree: ABET Accredited Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Certifications: ITIL certification preferred, PMP or other relevant project management certifications a plus.

Essential Experience:

• Telecom Expense Management: Ability to manage both fixed wireline and wireless telecom expenses effectively, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure accurate invoicing.
• Telecom Systems: In-depth knowledge of network systems, including routers, switches, firewalls, SDN, SD-WAN, PBX, VOIP/SIP, and VPN networks.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate with vendors, and ensure timely completion of telecom-related tasks.
• Vendor Management: Experience managing relationships with telecom service providers and ensuring service-level agreement (SLA) compliance.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to identify issues and discrepancies within telecom invoicing and usage reports, and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Process Improvement: Ability to identify inefficiencies in telecom processes and recommend or implement improvements.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with industry-specific regulatory requirements such as SOX and applicable state and federal regulations.

Key Skills:

• Strong experience with Telecom Expense Management Solutions (TEM) like Tangoe, Calero, and Cass.
• Telecom Knowledge: Experience in managing wireless and wireline telecom expenses, and knowledge of network components such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, MS Project, and Visio.
• Experience with ITSM Tools: Familiarity with ServiceNow is highly desirable.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities, delivering results on time and within scope.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• ITIL certification is preferred.
• Experience with Telecom Expense Management solutions and technologies.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification is a plus.

Job Title: Senior IT Analyst - Telecom Expense Management
Location: Merrillville, IN
Hybrid: In office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, remote on Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Duration: 02/24/2025 - 10/31/2025 (Contract to Hire)
Rate: $50 - $58/hour
Contract Type: W-2 only, no visa sponsorships or subcontracting

Scope of Services:

The Senior IT Analyst – Telecom Expense Management will manage telecom expenses for the organization, ensuring proper management and cost optimization of telecom services, both fixed wireline and wireless. This role will involve working closely with telecom service providers, internal business teams, and the finance department to ensure accurate invoicing, tracking, and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of telecom systems, and the ability to engage with service providers and internal teams to ensure the smooth functioning of telecom operations.

Role, Responsibilities & Deliverables:

Telecom Expense Management:

• Manage fixed wireline and wireless expenses.
• Investigate telecom usage charges with the help of invoices and customer service representatives.
• Perform invoice analysis to identify billing errors, discrepancies, and opportunities for savings.
• Prepare and execute month-end activities on a timely basis, including system chargeback departmental journals, bill/ledger reconciliations, and Telco accruals.
• Resolve telecom and business group queries related to invoices and payment information.
• Prepare monthly telecom expense forecasts, tracking net new adds/disconnects by month.
• Monitor telecom vendor billing, pricing inconsistencies, and include them in the Audit Status Report.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and payouts.

Telecom Cost Optimization:

• Identify cost optimization opportunities and implement strategies for reducing telecom-related expenses.

• Track telecom service provider contract amendments, changes, updates, and manage associated documentation and archival.

Operations & Vendor Management:

• Maintain a telecom inventory database (MACD: Move, Add, Change, Disconnection) and wireless order management.
• Engage in IT operations to monitor and manage network-related incidents, changes, problems, and configuration management.
• Monitor outsourced contract performance, compliance, and identify variances, recommending corrective actions.
• Oversee SLA management and review appeals.
• Initiate RFPs/RFQs for network services, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships.
• Work with Project Managers, Engineers, and Architects to support telecom order processing.
• Perform audits to ensure contract compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

Process Improvement & Documentation:

• Identify areas for process improvements and actively engage in business process optimization initiatives.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for telecom services, procedures, and process changes.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects, back-up functions, and process audits as needed.

Education & Qualifications:

• Experience: 5-7 years in telecommunication services or network services, with proven experience managing telecom expenses and operations.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of telecom components, trends, and best practices. Experience with telecom expense management (TEM) solutions like Tangoe, Calero, or Cass.
• Degree: ABET Accredited Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Certifications: ITIL certification preferred, PMP or other relevant project management certifications a plus.

Essential Experience:

• Telecom Expense Management: Ability to manage both fixed wireline and wireless telecom expenses effectively, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure accurate invoicing.
• Telecom Systems: In-depth knowledge of network systems, including routers, switches, firewalls, SDN, SD-WAN, PBX, VOIP/SIP, and VPN networks.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate with vendors, and ensure timely completion of telecom-related tasks.
• Vendor Management: Experience managing relationships with telecom service providers and ensuring service-level agreement (SLA) compliance.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to identify issues and discrepancies within telecom invoicing and usage reports, and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Process Improvement: Ability to identify inefficiencies in telecom processes and recommend or implement improvements.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with industry-specific regulatory requirements such as SOX and applicable state and federal regulations.

Key Skills:

• Strong experience with Telecom Expense Management Solutions (TEM) like Tangoe, Calero, and Cass.
• Telecom Knowledge: Experience in managing wireless and wireline telecom expenses, and knowledge of network components such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, MS Project, and Visio.
• Experience with ITSM Tools: Familiarity with ServiceNow is highly desirable.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities, delivering results on time and within scope.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• ITIL certification is preferred.
• Experience with Telecom Expense Management solutions and technologies.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification is a plus.