Our client, a leading global distributor represents a world-class, multi-genre portfolio of TV programming is looking to add an experienced Billing Analyst to their team.  Handling the distribution for media and entertainment, the division specialises in premium scripted and non-scripted brands to broadcasters worldwide.

Role purpose: Responsible for all billing and cash application in Jaguar. Manage all cash reconciliations between Jaguar and Navision.

The role offers hybrid working (2 days pw in office / 3 days at home) plus a very comprehensive benefits package (including 28 days holiday and also the allowance of 6 weeks remote work anywhere in the world per year).

Further details are available on request. 

Responsibilities

• Issue invoices daily for all Materials and License Fees in line with contracts, typically two months in advance of due date; these are system-generated from the Jaguar system, but frequently require manual adjustment to meet the needs of the customer, including but not limited to: Discovery VAT Invoices, VIACOM (all entities), Netflix Self Bills and Amazon Self Bills.
• Validating and checking all invoices to ensure accuracy including confirming contact details, correct VAT application, inclusion of any relevant contract information (e.g., PO numbers).
• Raising and solving all billing queries and reconciling any client accounts.
• Processing the daily allocation of cash receipts against debtor balances in Jaguar.
• Managing the daily review of bank statements and recording of cash receipts on cash log.
• Managing the Unapplied Cash account and reconciling to the Jaguar Balance.
• Help to manage all cash and cash related balances in Jaguar to NAV through reconciliations or other means.
• Manage Netflix, Amazon (where they operate self-billing) debtor balances.
• Constant liaison with the Credit Manager and Contract Administrator.
• Running unapplied cash reports monthly for the reporting team and adding comments relating to any large balances.
• Maintain Netflix payment schedules for review by the CFO.
• Manage the clearing of I/C Format invoices where Opco’s settle debt through IHB.
• Cover for Credit Manager.

Knowledge & Skills

• Previous billing experience.
• Effective communicator.
• Experience of billing multi-currency and basic knowledge of Foreign Exchange.
• An understanding of UK and EU VAT rulings.
• Fundamental accounting skills.
• Strong system and Excel skills.
• Proactive and well organised.
• Ability to perform under a pressure at key times (month-end, year-end).
• Strong team player and good inter-personal and communication.