HR Glossary
Reimbursement
Repayment to an employee for approved business expenses paid out of their own pocket.
Definition
Reimbursement is the process of compensating an employee for legitimate business expenses — travel, meals, supplies — that they initially paid for themselves, typically after submitting proof and approval.
Why It Matters
A digital expense and reimbursement workflow speeds up what's traditionally a slow, paperwork-heavy process.