Billing Team Lead

Our client is seeking a Billing Team Lead to oversee project-based billing operations and lead a team of billing specialists. This role will act as a bridge between Finance and Operations, ensuring accurate billing, revenue recognition, and strong financial controls across project lifecycles.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

  • Lead and mentor a team of billing agents / project accounting professionals
  • Oversee end-to-end project financials (time & materials, invoicing, revenue recognition)
  • Manage WIP analysis, accruals, deferrals, and revenue cut-off processes
  • Review project data to identify billing discrepancies and financial risks
  • Act as escalation point for billing, contracts, and project finance inquiries
  • Oversee accounts receivable (AR) including cash application and aging resolution
  • Serve as functional expert for ERP systems (Sage Intacct or similar)
  • Drive process improvements, workflow optimization, and financial controls
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and stakeholders to ensure financial accuracy and alignment

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in project accounting or project-based billing
  • Experience in professional services / consulting environments preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP (revenue recognition, accruals, project lifecycle)
  • Experience leading or mentoring a billing or finance team
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (Sage Intacct preferred)
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
  • Excellent communication skills across finance and non-finance stakeholders
  • Bilingual English/French is a plus