Billing Associate, Client Finance - Burson North America : Job Details

We are looking for a Billing Associate, Client Finance to join our growing finance team in our billing department. You will be the point of contact for our internal teams and will be expected to advise on all client billing issues. The finance team at Burson is the backbone of our success which allows our teams to deliver award winning work for clients around the globe. We are an extremely collaborative group and expect everyone on our team to wear many hats. We look for people who have a passion for finance and have the skills to help our business grow in the ever-evolving communications space. What you'll be doing:

• Project and subproject creation assigning budgets to the projects.
• Upload invoices to client portals. For example, COUPA, Ariba and Time Metrics.
• Review the inventory of client billable charges, supporting documentation and work with the Account Lead to determine the appropriate month's billing;
• Draft, edit and finalize invoices for clients, working closely with Account Leads
• Maintain trackers for overall accounts including amount billed, approved budgets, inter-company budget allocations and year to date fees and expenses.
• Match supporting documentation of expenses to draft invoices.
• Ensure that invoices are submitted in a timely manner and in accordance with the Client agreements.
• Ensure purchase orders are received for new projects or revised budgets.
• Assist in the collection process of past due accounts as needed.
• Assist Project Managers/Client leaders on client queries and requests.
• Reconcile final invoices and close jobs.
• Provide support to Client leaders on adhoc assignments.
• Assist with monthly close related to client portfolio, project journals and other duties including SOX compliance with revenue recognition.
• Reconcile work in progress for assigned clients.
• Monthly intercompany billing.

What you'll need: Billing Associate, Client Finance may have a BBA in Accounting, Finance or Business Management with at least two years' work experience billing in the fields of public relations, law firms or other professional services and/or consulting businesses. In the absence of a college degree, additional years of experience will be considered for the right candidate.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and with various project leads and other office finance departments on intercompany transactions.
• Strong communication skills - both verbal and written.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Familiarity with computerized billing/accounting systems.
• Strong Math/Analytical skills.
• Dependable with deadlines and flexible to work beyond standard working hours during peak periods.
• Must be flexible and team oriented.
• Proficiency in Excel (V-Lookup, Pivot Table etc.)

Perks of working at Burson:

• Hybrid work environment that offers the flexibility and balance of working from home and going into the office
• Career growth opportunities through continued education, training & development courses, and Burson's Career Pathing program
• Employee Resource Groups that provide our employees the platform to network, build key leadership skills, gain greater visibility and access to senior leadership, have an impact at Burson and the outside community and accelerate their careers.
• Paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days, as well as Summer Fridays. Our Flexible Holiday Policy includes 9 paid holidays inclusive of Juneteenth and World Mental Health Day, with the option to swap out a company holiday for another personally significant day. We also offer paid time off for voting, jury duty, bereavement and school leave. In addition, our offices are closed for Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave to bond with your new child, also inclusive of adoption and foster care
• Wellness benefits including healthcare, vision, dental and pet insurance, as well as free virtual or in-person counselling for mental health.
• 401K Savings and Investment Plans
• Commuter benefits using pre-tax dollars per month to pay for eligible commuting & parking expenses
• WPP Employee Discount Program based on client roster

The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $45,000 to $90,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including business needs, experience, level of responsibility and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click here for more details - At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Burson does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, or ancestry. For more information, visit www.bursonglobal.com. Our careers page is designed to be accessible to everyone. If you need any specific accommodations during the application process, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is for applicants needing special assistance, so we may not be able to reply to other inquiries. #LI-MG1 #LI-Hybrid