Travel Administrator ARS is seeking a Travel Administrator. The Travel Administrator is responsible for independently managing and performing the travel processes throughout Applied Research Solutions. Works within company policy and Federal Government travel regulations. This includes coordination and performance of financial system requirements to include tracking costs, expense reconciliation, support for project budgeting, and related financial assistance. Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career-driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Processed travel requests in accordance with company policies, government laws, regulations, and contract guidelines. This can include emergent requests with short turnaround times. Ensure compliance with applicable federal regulation standards and guidelines to include GSA and DOD Joint Travel Regulation. Work directly with Program Analysts, Program Managers, and employees supporting Government Contract customers. Track travel expenses, reconcile travel costs and providing travel statements. Assist, review, and process employees expense authorizations/report submissions in Deltek Time and Expense/Costpoint ensuring accuracy, and completeness, along with compliance w/ travel regulations, company policies, and Federal Acquisition Regulations. Serve as Customer-Service Representative for technical advice, troubleshooting and general customer-service contact for all employee's expense authorizations/reports. Provide support to the Finance and Accounting Department with processing of expense reports, and other related transactions as needed Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Must be a US citizen 3-5 years travel experience in government and knowledge of JTR. High school diploma Excellent client management and interpersonal skills, the ability to establish and build rapport with key industry personnel. Firm understanding of providing excellence in internal customer service; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships on all levels Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, excellent problem-solving skills, and make sound decisions with minimal information available. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
