Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers, and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
We are seeking a Billing Team Leader who combines technical accounting expertise with strong people leadership skills. In this role, you’ll lead and support a team of billing professionals, ensuring accurate, efficient, and compliant billing operations across global projects — while driving continuous improvement and excellence.
This role will report to the Manager - Accounting, AP, AR & Other Assets - GBS, ensuring the correct US GAAP accounting treatment for accounts payable, accounts receivable and other asset-related categories.
What You’ll Do
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Lead, motivate, and develop a team of billing specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
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Manage end-to-end billing operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP, AECOM policies, and SOX controls.
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Oversee the reconciliation of AR/AP and other asset-related accounts to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial data.
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Partner with Source to Pay (S2P) and Order to Cash (O2C) teams to resolve discrepancies, optimize upstream processes, and improve billing accuracy.
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Support the monthly close and reconciliation process, ensuring all journals, clearing accounts, and subledgers are correctly maintained.
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Act as the main point of contact for internal and external auditors, ensuring adherence to compliance and regulatory requirements.
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Champion continuous improvement initiatives — driving efficiency, automation, and best practice adoption in billing processes.
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Maximize the use of Oracle and BlackLine systems to enhance productivity and reporting accuracy.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.
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Minimum 5 years of general accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a global organization.
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Proven experience in leading a billing or finance team — with strong coaching, mentoring, and performance management skills.
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Excellent understanding of US GAAP, SOX compliance, and financial controls.
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Hands-on experience managing complex, project-driven billing activities in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; confident collaborating across virtual, multicultural teams.
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Proficiency in Oracle and BlackLine (or similar ERP systems).
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A proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement and innovation.
Additional Information
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Be part of a global organization that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.
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Work with talented professionals across finance, projects, and operations.
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Enjoy flexibility with multiple shift options (Early, Mid, or Night).
Early Shift: 6:00 AM IST - 3:00 PM IST
Mid-Shift: 12:30 PM IST - 21:30 PM IST
Night Shift: 6:30 PM IST - 3:00 AM IST
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Opportunities to grow your career within our global finance structure.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
