Invoice and Billing Controller

Role Overview

• leading the accurate and timely production of high-volume invoices, overseeing the end-to-end process from order to billing
• taking ownership of management accounting for Work in Progress (WIP), Accrued Income and Deferred Income
• standardising and integrating billing models across systems and teams to ensure consistency and data accuracy
• driving automation initiatives to reduce manual processes and improve efficiency across the invoicing workflow
• collaborating with Finance, Sales, IT and Data Analytics teams to streamline billing cycles and support cash flow
• building strong relationships with internal stakeholders to resolve queries promptly and maintain smooth billing operations
• developing reporting mechanisms to track invoicing KPIs and business performance metrics
• supporting and mentoring finance assistants and junior team members

Requirements

• proven experience managing high volumes of invoice transactions, ideally within financial services
• strong understanding of invoicing processes, revenue recognition and accounting standards
• proficiency in management accounting
• particularly WIP, Accrued and Deferred Income
• excellent Excel skills and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• a strong analytical mindset with the ability to spot trends and provide actionable insight
• confident communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure

Benefits

• competitive salary (depending on experience)
• 34.5-hour working week
• health cash plan (Core Level 1)
• 5% employer/5% employee pension
• 4x salary life assurance and group income protection
• 25 days’ holiday plus statutory (increasing with service)
• training and development opportunities
• a supportive, collaborative team environment