Job Title: Invoice Validation and Demand Governance Specialist (3-Month Extendable Contract)
Contract Duration: 3 months (with potential for extension)
Location: Berkshire/remote
Start Date: May 2025
Overview:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and process-driven Invoice Validation and Demand Governance Specialist to support our financial operations and governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical abilities, a deep understanding of invoicing practices, and the discipline to ensure rigorous compliance with established processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-impact program within the telecom sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Invoice Validation
- Review and validate incoming invoices for accuracy and compliance with contract terms and internal guidelines.
- Resolve discrepancies in collaboration with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all validated invoices and liaise with finance teams as necessary.
Demand Management
- Oversee network demand processes, ensuring performance KPIs and SLAs are consistently met.
- Perform commercial analysis on program rollouts and forecasted demand.
- Support the creation of demand responses including Impact Assessments and Demand Specifications.
- Govern all network-related demands across internal and external customers, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations.
Governance and Process Optimization
- Contribute to the development and continual improvement of demand governance and invoice validation frameworks.
- Design and document standard operating procedures to ensure clarity and consistency.
- Review and refine existing processes to drive efficiency and mitigate risk.
Cross-Charging Oversight
- Manage cross-charging processes between key infrastructure partners, ensuring transparency and accuracy.
Compliance and Monitoring
- Enforce adherence to financial policies, regulatory standards, and legal requirements.
- Work with relevant teams to quickly address and resolve compliance issues.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with procurement, accounts payable, and operational teams to ensure seamless financial and demand-related workflows.
- Educate and support internal teams on governance best practices and validation standards.
Reporting and Data Analysis
- Prepare and deliver reports on validation activities, compliance performance, and process efficiency.
- Utilize data insights to highlight trends, flag potential risks, and propose process improvements.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Strong background in invoice validation, financial governance, or telecom operations.
- Exceptional attention to detail and process discipline.
- Experience working with large-scale vendor or demand management frameworks.
- Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication.
- Comfortable analyzing complex datasets to inform decision-making.
