Head of Billing (Finance)

TL;DR

Head of Billing (Finance): Overseeing the billing team across the UK and Europe to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant operations with an accent on strategic direction and process automation. Focus on driving billing function transformation, managing international teams, and implementing ERP upgrades to improve organizational efficiency.

Location: Hybrid (London, UK)

Company

A leading independent organization specializing in cost management, quantity surveying, project management, and advisory services within the built environment sector.

What you will do

• Lead the billing function and set strategic goals and operational priorities across UK and Europe.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to streamline global billing operations.
• Develop and implement Billing SOPs, international policies, and best practices.
• Manage a team consisting of 5 Team Leads and 15 FTEs.
• Ensure compliance with global VAT laws, international invoicing requirements, and financial controls.
• Collaborate with finance, compliance, and legal teams to support audits and internal reporting.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a similar leadership role within an international company.
• Proven experience leading transformational billing functions.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory compliance, including international legal billing standards and VAT.
• Experience contributing to ERP implementations, enhancements, or upgrades.
• Must be based in or able to work in London (Hybrid).

Nice to have

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Private healthcare insurance, including dental and eyecare vouchers.
• Continuous learning and development programs with in-house mentoring schemes.
• Wellness perks including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement with an option to purchase extra days.