Finance Associate - Client Accounting

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
Finance Associate - Client Accounting (Billing)
We are seeking for someone who will be resposnsible for Invoicing role. The position involves managing client invoicing, purchase orders, billing compliance, and financial reporting, requiring a bachelor's degree in finance or related fields, 0-3 years of invoicing experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.
What y ou'll d o:

• Work alongside Client Accounting and Finance Business Partnership teams to support project teams actively manage project (client) invoicing.
• Engage with project teams, colleagues and clients to identify and resolve issues related to project invoicing.
• Support "in-flight" client projects. Provide reporting, tracking client POs, ensuring invoicing compliance with ZS and Client policies.
• Engage effectively with resources at all levels within ZS and at our clients, as appropriate
• Manage client POs, creating and sending invoices to client.
• Ensure project financial transactions (billing, collection, time & expenses) are completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist with engagement startup (project setup) and shutdown activities (prepare final bill to client, etc.)

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business required, advanced degree welcome, with a strong record of academic achievement.
• 0-3 years of invoicing/billing experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), SAP experience desirable.
• Strong analytic and critical thinking abilities
• Effective oral and written communication skills that enable strong relationship-building and stakeholder management.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Motivated and proactive.
• Professional objectivity and judgment to know when to challenge activities.
• Agile and ability to multi-task in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.

How you'll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Hybrid working model:
ZS is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working. ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week. Combined flexibility to work remotely two days a week is also available. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you're eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To complete your application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
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