Overview
In this role, you will manage the billing process and ensure accurate invoicing while driving timely collections. You will support financial operations with reconciliations, data analysis, and collaboration across teams to resolve discrepancies. Based in London, you will help maintain VAT compliance and contribute to month-end closing and reporting. You will work with cross-functional partners to optimise billing processes and support audit readiness. This position offers a meaningful chance to shape billing operations in a global consulting firm.
Pay / Benefits
- flexible work location
- office/onsite balance with 3–4 days in the office
- career growth and mentorship
- inclusive work environment
- equal opportunity employer
- diversity and equity focus
Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage draft invoices through approvals, adjustments, data research, and timely submission via email or e-billing systems
- Review unbilled invoices for assigned Officers in Charge, flag issues, and communicate risks to AR & Billing Manager
- Coordinate with External Consultants to ensure weekly hours submission and liaise with AP to process payments
- Assist OICs with budget updates and WIP reports as needed
- Communicate with EAs and OICs to maintain alignment on billing matters
- Monitor AR balances and follow up on overdue accounts to ensure timely collection
- Collaborate on aging analysis with Senior AR and Collections Accounting Associate and escalate or write-off as needed
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies promptly
- Maintain detailed records of billing and collection activities for audits and reporting
- Generate and send project statements and payment reminders
- Support month-end closing with AR aging analysis and reporting
- Collaborate with Practice and Finance to address billing inquiries and improve processes
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and VAT requirements in the UK/Europe
- Generate and analyze AR and billing reports to identify trends and improvements
Key requirements
- Bachelor in Accounting
- 3–5 years in accounts receivable, billing, or related finance role
- ERP proficiency (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Ability to work independently
- ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
- Microsoft Excel
- Automated billing systems
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