Finance Consultant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional to manage end-to-end invoicing, collections, and revenue-related processes within the IT services environment. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, excellent stakeholder management skills, and hands-on experience in invoicing and receivables management.   Key Responsibilities •    Manage end-to-end customer invoicing for IT services engagements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness •    Handle Accounts Receivable (AR) and collections, including follow-ups with clients to ensure timely payments and reduction of outstanding dues •    Monitor aging reports, identify risks, and proactively drive collection strategies •    Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including Delivery Managers, Sales teams, and Finance leadership to gather billing inputs and resolve discrepancies •    Act as a primary point of contact for clients regarding invoicing and payment-related queries •    Ensure invoicing compliance with contractual terms and agreed commercial models (T&M, Fixed Price, Milestones, etc.) •    Apply strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and ensure alignment with accounting standards •    Manage and track deferred revenue schedules, ensuring accurate recognition in line with contract terms and accounting guidelines •    Review and validate billing data, revenue schedules, and supporting documentation •    Drive continuous improvement in invoicing, AR, and revenue processes and controls •    Support audits by providing required documentation and explanations •    Work with finance systems and tools to maintain accurate invoicing, receivables, and revenue records   Required Skills & Qualifications •    3–5 years of experience in customer invoicing, preferably within the IT services industry •    Strong understanding of accounting principles, including US GAAP / ASC 606 •    Solid knowledge of revenue recognition concepts and terminologies •    Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients and senior internal stakeholders (Delivery, Sales, CFO organization) •    High attention to detail and strong analytical mindset •    Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines   Preferred Qualifications •    MBA Finance/CA/CFA •    Experience working with invoicing/accounting tools such as NetSuite or Unanet •    Exposure to global clients and multi-entity invoicing environments   Key Competencies •    Problem-solving and critical thinking •    Strong ownership and accountability •    Process improvement mindset •    Effective collaboration and interpersonal skills