Expense Analyst

About Us: Monster Transmission, based in Odessa, Florida, has been a trusted leader in the automotive aftermarket industry for over 20 years. Specializing in remanufacturing and rebuilding transmissions for domestic vehicles, we deliver high-quality, reliable products to customers around the globe. Every transmission is crafted with precision and rigorously tested to meet the highest performance standards before leaving our facility. Job Summary: The Expense Analyst supports the accounting team by analyzing operating expenses, reviewing Accounts Payable data, and assisting with expense tracking and cost analysis. This role works with Ramp AP automation and supports accurate expense recording, intercompany reconciliations, and budget-to-actual expense analysis. The position is an individual contributor role focused on data review, reconciliation, and analytical support. This is a salaried, exempt role paid at the annual rate of between $65,000 and $85,000 depending on experience. Responsibilities: - Review invoices processed through Ramp for accurate coding to general ledger accounts, cost centers, and departments - - Analyze accounts payable data to identify coding errors, duplicate charges, and unusual expense trends - - Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies and documentation questions - - Support accurate expense posting and timely payment processing through exception analysis - - Assist with monthly intercompany accounts payable reconciliations - - Identify and document reconciling items, including timing differences and miscoded transactions - - Support proper documentation of intercompany expenses for month-end close and audit purposes - - Assist with budget-to-actual expense comparisons at the department and account level - - Identify expense variances and prepare supporting schedules - - Compile variance explanations and expense summaries for review by senior accounting staff - - Support expense accrual analysis to assist with period-end completeness - - Support cost accounting activities by analyzing expenses related to materials, labor, and overhead - - Assist with purchase price variance and cost trend analysis - - Review expense and cost data impacting inventory and cost of goods sold - - Provide data support to operations and supply chain teams as needed - - Prepare analytical schedules, reconciliations, and reports using Excel - - Assist with documenting expense-related procedures and workflows - - Support audit and review requests by preparing supporting schedules - - Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and reporting clarity - - Other duties as assigned by supervisor. - Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) - - One to three years of experience in accounts payable, expense analysis, or accounting support - - Familiarity with AP automation or expense management tools preferred - - Ramp – Accounts Payable and expense data - - ERP system supporting manufacturing and accounting (e.g., Infor Syteline) - - Microsoft Excel for reconciliations and analysis - - Basic understanding of intercompany accounting concepts - - Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset - - Proficiency in Excel, including formulas and basic analysis - - Manufacturing or multi-entity experience a plus - - Must be legally authorized to work in USA. - Employee Benefits: At Monster Transmission, we take immense pride in our employees and recognize the value that you bring to the company. Therefore, we aim to provide the best compensation and benefits possible to fulfill your needs and expectations and to help you maintain a comfortable work-life balance. As a full-time employee here at Monster Transmission, you will be eligible for the following benefits and perks (waiting periods may apply): - Paid Time Off - 80 hours accrued per year. - - Individual and dependent medical, dental, and vision insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll on day one of employment and plans become active on the first of the month after the employee's date of hire. - - Retirement Plan - 401k retirement plan with a 4% match from the company. Employees are eligible to enroll in the retirement plan after 90 days with the company. - - Holiday Pay (eligible to receive holiday pay for the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day). - - ADP Workforce Now (Access and edit direct deposit information, pay stubs, and health & benefits anytime, anywhere). - - Training, professional development, and ample opportunities for growth. -