Position Summary:
The Billing & Revenue Senior Analyst at NIQ will be part of the Finance Operations – within our Global Billing team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for administering, reviewing, and validating sales contracts to recognize revenue and establish billing plans in alignment with global and regional policies and procedures. The successful candidate will work closely with Client Service teams to ensure US GAAP and statutory compliance across all billing and revenue processes, including period closing and reconciliations. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams to support NIQ's financial integrity and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
· Sales Contract Administration: Administer, review, and validate sales contracts, including contract and order processing coordination with Client Service teams, to accurately recognize revenue and establish appropriate billing plans.
· Compliance Management: Ensure billing and revenue recognition practices are compliant with US GAAP, statutory requirements, and company policies, while monitoring regional statutory compliance and providing guidance on related statutory and tax accounting.
· Collaboration with Client Service Teams: Partner with Client Service teams and Client Service leadership to streamline revenue and billing processes, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.
· Financial Closing and Reconciliations: Support the financial closing process by performing accurate revenue and billing reconciliations, including month-end activities, accruals, provisions, and ensuring the integrity of financial records in accordance with US-GAAP/Statutory rules and Global COE processes.
· Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements in revenue and billing processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance, including recommendations to evolve the revenue function.
· Reporting and Analysis: Generate and analyze reports on billing and revenue metrics, providing regional input and insights to senior management to support strategic decision-making.
· Cross-Functional Support: Provide support and guidance to finance and non-finance teams, including FP&A and Consolidation teams on revenue recognition, billing practices, and related IT/Digital projects (e.g., SAP Order To Invoice, Microsoft Dynamics)
Qualifications and Skills:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
· Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in billing, revenue recognition, or a similar role, with a strong understanding of US GAAP and statutory compliance.
· Revenue Recognition Expertise: Deep knowledge of revenue recognition principles and the ability to apply them accurately in a complex business environment.
· Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze contract terms, financial data, and ensure accuracy in revenue and billing processes.
· Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
· Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, particularly those related to billing and revenue recognition. Advanced Excel skills are essential.
· Process Improvement Mindset: Demonstrated experience in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance financial operations' efficiency and compliance.
At NIQ, we're dedicated to providing more than just a job—we offer you the opportunity to own your story. As part of our
team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career development. From comprehensive healthcare packages to opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement, we're committed to helping you thrive. Join us and experience Life at NIQ!
· Comprehensive Health Care and Life Insurance
· Free Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - NIQ offers support to all associates and their families for their emotional well-being trough professional, timely and confidential counselling services on issues related to everyday concerns & problems, overcome emotional challenges, and maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
· Free LinkedIn Learning access that helps you discover and develop business, technology-related, and creative skills through over 2available in 7 languages
· Access to formal mentoring program
· Vacation and Volunteer time off
· Flexible working environment
NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™.
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NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.
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