Billing Team Lead

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes.

Location-New York, NY, New Jersey, Atlanta, GA or Remote

As the Billing Team Lead, you will report to the Head of Finance and act as a bridge between Finance and Operations. You will lead a team of billing agents whose work mirrors that of Project Accountants, overseeing the entire lifecycle of project financials—from time and material tracking to revenue recognition.

You will be responsible for ensuring that our billing is not only accurate and timely but also compliant with sophisticated accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor a team of billing agents, ensuring high performance in invoicing, project cost accounting, and cash application.
• Project Accounting & Revenue Management: Oversee complex accounting tasks including Work in Progress (WIP) analysis, revenue cut-off procedures, and the management of revenue deferrals and accruals.
• Data Integrity & Analysis: Review project data to spot discrepancies in billable time and expenses. Conduct deep-dive analyses to correct errors before they impact the P&L.
• Consultant & Stakeholder Support: Act as the primary point of escalation for Billing Agents and Project Managers regarding contract terms, budget tracking, and complex billing inquiries.
• Full Cycle Accounts Receivable: Oversee the AR function carried out by billing agents, including the accurate matching of cash receipts to invoices and the proactive clearing of aging AR.
• System Optimization: Serve as the functional expert for our ERP system and ensure accurate and timely flow of information to our financial system (specifically Sage Intacct or similar).
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve billing workflows, strengthen controls, and increase overall efficiency across the team

 

• Experience: 5+ years of consulting industry experience
• Leadership: Prior experience leading, mentoring, or coaching a team is preferred
• Technical Accounting: Solid understanding of GAAP, specifically regarding revenue recognition, accruals, and project financial lifecycles.
• Systems Expertise: Experience with Sage Intacct is highly preferred or similar. 
• Analytical Mindset: Strong ability to manipulate and interpret data; you should be the person who finds the "needle in the haystack" when reconciliations don't match
• Communication: Ability to translate complex financial concepts to non-finance Project Managers and Consultants.
• ERP and Commercial Experience Required *

 

Compensation & Benefits 

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally. Here’s a snapshot of the comprehensive benefits you’ll enjoy as part of Sia. 

Competitive Compensation 

• Annual Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications

• Annual performance based discretionary bonus 

Robust Health Coverage 

• 3 Medical plans  

• Dental and Vision  

• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance  

Tax-Advantaged Accounts 

• 401K retirement plan 

• 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) 

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  

• Health, Dependent Care, Commuter 

Family Friendly Benefits  

• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure 

• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan 

Time Off to Recharge 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy 

• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday  

Extras that Make Life Easier 

• College savings and student loan repayment assistance 

• Monthly cell phone stipend 

• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: 

• Gym membership reimbursement 

• LiveHealth Online virtual care 

• Personalized support from a Well-being Coach  

• Employee Assistance Program at no cost 

• Free confidential counseling and emotional support services  

• On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)  

Our Commitment To Diversity

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact. Please visit our website for more information. 

Hybrid Workplace Guidelines

Sia is committed to providing a flexible workplace environment that supports client, business, and market needs. Consultants located in our primary market office locations—New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, and San Francisco are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance and attend the office at least three days or more per week. For applicants in other markets, including those without a local office, we offer more flexible in-person requirements to accommodate your location. 

Work Authorization & Sponsorship 

At this time, Sia does not intend to employ any applicant who will require, either now or in the future, employment visa sponsorship or sponsorship for work authorization (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1/OPT) or STEM OPT, TN, etc).

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.