Introduction
Managing expenses is one of the most complex and time-consuming tasks in any organization. From reimbursing employees to reconciling credit card transactions and managing project-based expenses, businesses face enormous challenges if their systems are not connected. Concur, a global leader in travel and expense management, simplifies the front-end of expense reporting, while NetSuite ERP provides the back-end financial management businesses depend on.
The problem is that without proper integration, companies still struggle with inefficiencies, manual data entry, and errors. This is where Concur NetSuite Integration becomes essential. At SixLakes Consulting, we specialize in helping small and mid-market businesses unlock the full potential of NetSuite by connecting it seamlessly with Concur. With the right integration strategy, companies gain visibility, accuracy, and automation in managing their expenses and financial reporting.
What is Concur NetSuite Integration?
Concur NetSuite Integration connects SAP Concur’s travel and expense management platform with NetSuite ERP. This integration allows expense reports, reimbursements, receipts, and corporate card transactions to flow seamlessly into NetSuite while also ensuring employee, project, and general ledger data from NetSuite is reflected accurately in Concur. The result is a unified system where finance teams, managers, and employees all work with real-time information, eliminating silos and manual intervention.
Why Businesses Need Concur NetSuite Integration
Organizations that rely on Concur for expense reporting and NetSuite for financial management face unique challenges when the systems are disconnected. Expense reports approved in Concur may take days to be entered into NetSuite. Reimbursements processed in NetSuite may not update employee status in Concur. Corporate card transactions could remain unreconciled. These delays lead to frustrated employees, inaccurate reporting, compliance risks, and missed financial insights. With Concur NetSuite Integration, businesses eliminate these pain points, creating a streamlined flow of data that saves time, reduces errors, and ensures compliance with both internal and external policies.
Key Features of Concur NetSuite Integration
A robust Concur NetSuite Integration enables multiple processes across finance and HR:
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Expense reports approved in Concur are automatically created in NetSuite as Vendor Bills or Journal Entries.
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Employee reimbursements processed in NetSuite update payment statuses in Concur.
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New hires or employee updates in NetSuite sync automatically to Concur, ensuring profiles are always accurate.
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Chart of Accounts, including departments, locations, and classes, flow from NetSuite to Concur for accurate expense categorization.
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Project and job codes sync to Concur so employees can allocate expenses correctly.
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Corporate card transactions captured in Concur are pushed into NetSuite as Vendor Bills or Journal Entries with vendor details and expense categories.
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Receipt attachments submitted in Concur are automatically stored with the corresponding NetSuite transaction.
These features ensure that businesses never waste time duplicating work or risk losing critical financial information.
Benefits of Concur NetSuite Integration
Businesses that implement Concur NetSuite Integration with SixLakes Consulting experience measurable benefits:
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Automation: Expense reports and reimbursements flow automatically between systems.
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Accuracy: GL accounts, projects, and employees remain synchronized, reducing misclassification errors.
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Efficiency: Manual entry is eliminated, saving time for both finance teams and employees.
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Compliance: Receipts and audit trails are automatically attached to NetSuite records.
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Visibility: Real-time reporting gives leaders better insight into expenses and budgets.
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Employee Satisfaction: Faster reimbursements improve the employee experience.
Together, these benefits create a foundation for financial control, scalability, and growth.
How SixLakes Consulting Delivers Concur NetSuite Integration
At SixLakes Consulting, we approach every integration project with the understanding that no two businesses are alike. Our consultants design and implement tailored Concur NetSuite Integration solutions that reflect your unique workflows, compliance requirements, and reporting needs. We leverage platforms like Celigo, Boomi, and Workato, as well as custom SuiteScript solutions, to ensure your integration is both robust and flexible. From discovery to go-live, our team provides hands-on expertise and responsive support, ensuring that the integration not only works but delivers long-term value.
Our Services
We provide a wide range of NetSuite services to complement Concur integration and maximize your ERP investment:
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NetSuite Implementation for companies adopting ERP for the first time.
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Customization of workflows, dashboards, and processes to streamline operations.
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Optimization of existing NetSuite environments for better performance.
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Integration with platforms including Concur, Salesforce, Shopify, Square, and ShipStation.
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Training and support for teams to ensure confident system adoption.
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Reporting and analytics design for improved business intelligence.
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System consolidation to simplify and unify operations.
By combining these services with our expertise in Concur, we ensure businesses have a fully connected and optimized ERP ecosystem.
Implementation Process for Concur NetSuite Integration
We follow a structured, phased approach to deliver reliable results:
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Discovery & Requirements Gathering Understand your expense management workflows and compliance requirements.
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Solution Design Map data flows between Concur and NetSuite, including expense reports, reimbursements, and GL accounts.
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Configuration & Development Set up connectors, customize flows, and configure NetSuite.
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Error Handling Setup Build monitoring systems, retry queues, and notifications.
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Testing & Validation Validate data accuracy and ensure processes run smoothly.
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Training & Go-Live Support Prepare your finance team and employees for launch.
This structured process ensures a smooth transition and minimal disruption to daily operations.
Optimization and Enhancements
Integration is not a one-time task. Businesses evolve, and so do their requirements. That’s why our Concur NetSuite Integration services include optimization and enhancements. We conduct health checks, optimize flows, improve error management, automate additional processes, and ensure scalability as your company grows. Whether adding new expense categories, expanding reporting, or improving user experiences, we help you stay ahead.
Managed Services for Concur NetSuite Integration
To ensure long-term success, we offer managed services for ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and support. Our managed services include proactive monitoring, error resolution, enhancement requests, performance tuning, and on-demand reporting. With SixLakes Consulting, you gain a partner committed to ensuring your integration continues to deliver value every day.
Industries We Serve
Our Concur NetSuite Integration services benefit businesses across many industries:
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Manufacturing
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Retail & E-commerce
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Wholesale Distribution
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Food & Beverage
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Health & Beauty
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Logistics & Transportation
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Financial Services
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Software & Technology
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Nonprofits
Each industry faces unique challenges, and our cross-industry expertise ensures we tailor integrations to match those needs.
Location:
SixLakes Consulting is headquartered in Austin, Texas, one of the fastest-growing technology hubs in the United States. From this location, we serve clients across the country, combining the personalized service of a local partner with the reach of a national provider. Our Austin base allows us to stay connected to innovation and talent while delivering world-class Concur NetSuite Integration services to businesses everywhere.
Long-Term Value of Concur NetSuite Integration
Integrating Concur with NetSuite is not just about saving time on expense reports—it is about creating a system of record that grows with your business. With integrated systems, companies gain accurate financial reporting, faster reimbursements, and greater compliance. As organizations expand, add employees, and operate in new regions, a solid integration framework ensures they can scale without increasing administrative overhead.
Why Choose SixLakes Consulting
When it comes to Concur NetSuite Integration, businesses need a partner who understands both technology and long-term business value. At SixLakes Consulting, our values of responsiveness, flexibility, transparency, and partnership guide everything we do. We provide direct access to experienced consultants, affordable solutions, and ongoing support. More than just implementing integrations, we help you transform how your business manages expenses and finances.
Conclusion
In today’s fast-paced business environment, expense management cannot be left to manual processes or disconnected systems. Concur NetSuite Integration ensures accurate, efficient, and automated flows of expense data, reimbursements, receipts, and financial records. At SixLakes Consulting, we deliver integrations that not only work but evolve with your business. Based in Austin, Texas, we serve businesses nationwide, helping them gain control of expenses, improve compliance, and achieve operational excellence. With our expertise, values, and commitment to partnership, we are the trusted choice for businesses looking to maximize the power of NetSuite and Concur together.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concur NetSuite Integration?
It is the process of connecting Concur expense management with NetSuite ERP to automate expense reports, reimbursements, receipts, and GL data.
Why should I integrate Concur with NetSuite?
Integration saves time, reduces errors, improves compliance, and ensures real-time financial visibility.
How long does the integration take?
Implementation timelines vary by complexity but most projects can be completed in weeks using proven frameworks.
Can SixLakes Consulting provide support after go-live?
Yes, we offer training, optimization, and managed services for long-term success.
Do you only use Celigo for Concur integrations?
No. While Celigo is common, we also use Boomi, Workato, and custom SuiteScript solutions depending on your needs.