Demand Governance and Invoice Validation Specialist

Demand Governance and Invoice Validation Specialist – 3-month contract – £315 per day (Outside IR35) – Berkshire / hybrid (2 days a week on site)

We are seeking a meticulous and process-driven individual to join our team as an Invoice Validation and Demand Governance Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate invoice validation while also contributing to the establishment and maintenance of effective Demand Governance process frameworks. The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in financial processes.

Responsibilities:

Invoice Validation:

• Review and validate incoming invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance with established guidelines.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve any discrepancies or issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain detailed records of validated invoices and communicate effectively with the finance team.

Demand Process

• Effectively manage the Network Demand, ensuring that internal KPIs and SLAs are met or exceeded.
• Commercial analysis of program rollout and future demands.
• Assistance in preparing demand responses (Impact Assessments and Agreed New Demand Specification) for demand requests.
• Owns the governance for all Network Demands
• Implement and run effective processes to track and report compliance with key contractual obligations – taking accountabilities of all radio, transmission, and additional services

Demand Process Governance:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of Demand Process Governance frameworks to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Design, document, and update standardized procedures for invoice validation and related financial processes.
• Conduct regular reviews to assess the effectiveness of existing processes and identify areas for improvement.

Compliance Monitoring:

• Monitor and enforce compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements related to invoicing and financial processes
• Work with relevant teams to address and rectify any non-compliance issues promptly

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Collaborate with procurement, accounts payable, and other relevant departments to streamline end-to-end processes.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on best practices for invoice validation and adherence to process governance.
   

Reporting and Analysis:

• Generate reports on invoice validation metrics, process adherence, and compliance level.
• Analyze data to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for process optimization.