Manager of Accounting Operations - LHH : Job Details

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Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting Manager of Operations with a specialty in Billing to join our finance team. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day billing operations for our professional services company, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant billing processes. This role will also involve managing a team, collaborating with cross-functional departments, and implementing improvements to billing processes to optimize operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Billing Operations Management:
• Lead and manage the end-to-end billing process, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing for clients.
• Ensure billing is consistent with contract terms and client agreements, and address any discrepancies.
• Coordinate with project managers, client services, and sales teams to confirm accurate billable hours, expenses, and service deliverables.
• Review and approve complex client invoices, including those with customized terms or multiple billing scenarios.
• Supervise and mentor 2 supervisors, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Train, guide, and develop team members on best practices for billing processes, software, and tools.
• Provide performance feedback and ensure continuous professional development within the team.
• Process Improvement & Efficiency:
• Analyze current billing workflows and identify areas for improvement to streamline operations and increase accuracy.
• Develop and implement automated billing solutions to reduce manual processes and improve turnaround time.
• Work closely with IT and systems teams to improve billing software and tools integration for enhanced efficiency.
• Client & Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for billing-related inquiries, ensuring prompt resolution of client or internal concerns.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders such as sales, operations, and legal teams to ensure smooth project and contract transitions.
• Coordinate with the collections department to resolve aged receivables, payment discrepancies, and billing inquiries.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing processes, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and adherence to accounting standards.
• Ensure billing practices are compliant with relevant tax laws, accounting standards, and company policies.
• Prepare and analyze billing reports, providing insights on revenue trends, client payment behaviors, and operational efficiencies.
• Additional Responsibilities:
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes, specifically for revenue recognition and billing projections.
• Assist with audit preparation and other ad-hoc financial analysis as required.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or CMA preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in a billing operations management role, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Proven experience in managing billing teams and improving operational processes.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar systems) and billing platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP) for data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and billing best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in billing and financial reporting.
• Leadership capabilities with experience managing and developing teams.
• Effective communication skills to interact with internal teams, clients, and vendors.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and changing priorities.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
• IndustriesProfessional Services and Hospitals and Health Care

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